Description
A delightful dish combining the sweetness of scallops with aromatic Thai basil and chili paste, creating a gourmet experience in under 30 minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 tbsp butter
- 1 lb scallops
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp pepper
- 2 tbsp garlic, diced
- 1/4 cup Thai basil, diced
- 1 tsp chili paste
- 1/2 lemon, sliced into half-wedges
Instructions
- Prep Your Pan: Heat butter in a pan over high heat until lightly foaming.
- Season the Scallops: Pat the scallops dry and season with salt and pepper.
- Sear the Scallops: Place the seasoned scallops in the hot pan, sear for about 4 minutes until golden.
- Flip the Scallops: Gently flip scallops and cook for another 2-3 minutes until both sides are golden.
- Incorporate Flavor: Add diced garlic and Thai basil, stir quickly to prevent burning for about 2-3 minutes.
- Finish with Lemon and Chili: Add lemon slices and chili paste, stir until scallops are opaque and browned.
- Serve Immediately: Plate the scallops topped with pan sauce and herbs.
Notes
Use dry scallops for the best sear and avoid overcrowding the pan.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Searing
- Cuisine: Thai
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 60mg