🛒 Ingredients:
1 lb sea scallops
2 tbsp olive oil
1 tbsp butter
1 tsp paprika
1/2 tsp garlic powder
1/2 tsp onion powder
1/4 tsp cayenne pepper (optional)
Salt & black pepper (to taste)
🥣 For the Creamy Herb Sauce:
1/2 cup mayonnaise or sour cream
1 tbsp lemon juice
1 garlic clove (minced)
1 tbsp fresh parsley (chopped)
1 tsp chives (chopped)
Salt & pepper
👨🍳 Instructions:
1. Pat the scallops dry with paper towels.
2. In a small bowl, mix paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne, salt, and pepper.
3. Season the scallops on all sides.
4. Heat olive oil and butter in a skillet over high heat.
5. Sear the scallops for 2–3 minutes per side until deeply golden and slightly charred.
6. In another bowl, mix all the sauce ingredients until smooth.
7. Serve the hot scallops with the creamy herb sauce on the side.
🍋 Serving:
Serve with lemon wedges, rice, or a fresh salad.
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