Scallops with Pasta

 

Ingredients:

8 oz (225g) pasta (linguine or spaghetti)

12-16 large sea scallops

2 tbsp olive oil

3 tbsp butter

3 cloves garlic, minced

½ cup (120ml) white wine (or chicken broth)

½ tsp red pepper flakes (optional)

Juice of 1 lemon

¼ cup (25g) grated Parmesan cheese

2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley

Salt & black pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Cook Pasta: Boil salted water and cook pasta until al dente. Drain and set aside.

2. Prepare Scallops: Pat scallops dry with paper towels, then season with salt and pepper.

3. Sear Scallops: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear scallops for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown. Remove and set aside.

4. Make the Sauce: In the same pan, melt butter, then sauté garlic for 1 minute. Add white wine, red pepper flakes, and lemon juice, simmering for 2-3 minutes.

5. Combine: Toss the cooked pasta into the sauce, then return the scallops to the pan. Stir in Parmesan and parsley.

6. Serve: Garnish with extra Parmesan and parsley. Enjoy!

Would you like to add a creamy touch or extra veggies like spinach or cherry tomatoes?