Boiled Scallops
Delightfully simple boiled scallops that highlight their sweet and tender meat. Perfect for any seafood lover.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 3 minutes
- Total Time: 13 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: Seafood
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb scallops (fresh or thawed)
- 1 lemon (fresh juice)
- 2 tbsp butter (melted)
- Salt (to taste)
- Freshly cracked black pepper (to taste)
- Water (enough to cover the scallops)
Instructions
- Bring a pot of water to a boil, adding a pinch of salt.
- Once boiling, carefully add the scallops and stir gently.
- Cook for 2-3 minutes until the scallops become opaque.
- Remove the scallops from the water using a slotted spoon and allow to drain.
- Serve with melted butter and a squeeze of lemon juice.
- Season with additional salt and pepper to taste.
Notes
Ensure to not overcook the scallops to maintain their tenderness. Experiment with different seasonings and sauces.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
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