Seared Scallops
Master the art of cooking flawless, golden seared scallops at home with this simple guide that emphasizes technique and the importance of dry scallops.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 12 pieces dry sea scallops Look for 'dry' scallops for best results.
- 1 tablespoon avocado oil or canola oil Use an oil with a high smoke point.
- to taste salt Salt the scallops just before cooking.
Instructions
Preparation
- Pat the scallops dry with paper towels until they look lighter. Remove any moisture to prevent steaming.
Cooking
- Heat a skillet over high heat until it is ridiculously hot.
- Add oil to the skillet, making sure it coats the bottom.
- Place the scallops in the skillet, making sure not to crowd them.
- Sprinkle salt on the scallops right before they hit the heat.
- Cook scallops for about 2 minutes on one side, without moving them.
- Once they release easily, flip them and cook for an additional 2 minutes.
Notes
Don’t be tempted to move the scallops around while cooking; this is key to achieving a good sear.