Description
Seared scallops with spicy Cajun seasoning offer a delectable culinary experience that tantalizes your taste buds. These golden, tender morsels are perfectly seared for a crispy exterior while maintaining a buttery, melt-in-your-mouth interior. Enhanced with bold Cajun spices, this dish is ideal for impressing guests or enjoying a cozy night in. Whether celebrating a special occasion or indulging after a long week, these scallops will elevate any meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound fresh sea scallops
- 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Rinse and thoroughly dry the scallops with paper towels.
- Generously season both sides of the scallops with Cajun seasoning.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- Add scallops to the hot skillet without overcrowding; sear for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown.
- After flipping, add butter and spoon it over the scallops as it melts.
- Drizzle freshly squeezed lemon juice over the scallops just before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Searing
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg