Sauteed Scallops with Lemon and Thyme

I rarely bust out the butter for cooking but sometimes it is just necessary. Scallops, my friends, are one of those occasions. While this recipe - and all the scallop recipes of mine - do have butter in them, it is a minimal amount. Everything is moderation right?


This recipe only makes 2 servings (because seafood is not the best re-heated the next day and it's just Bevan and I tonight). But, the recipe is easily doubled or tripled if you are feeding a larger crowd.


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Sauteed Scallops with Lemon and Thyme


30 sea scallops (the small ones) or about 16 bay scallops (those big boys)
1 tbsp butter
2 tsp olive oil


1/4 cup white wine
4 tbsp onion
1 tbsp lemon juice
1 tsp thyme


1/2 tbsp butter

1. Rinse scallops and pat dry. Sprinkle with salt and pepper.
2. Add oil and first portion of butter to a frying pan over medium high heat. Add scallops to pan, cook until golden brown but slightly translucent in the middle - about 2 minutes per side. Transfer scallops to a medium plate and cover with foil to keep warm.
3. Add onion to pan and cook for about 2 minutes. Add wine, lemon juice and thyme to fan. Cook for another 2-3 minutes, until fragrant. Stir in remaining butter.
4. Return scallops to the pan and toss with the sauce.
5. Serve immediately.

Serves 2

The Skinny:
Calories: 281;  Total Fat: 16g;  Total Carbs: 6g;  Protein: 20g