seared scallops in beurre blanc sauce

Recipe by
barbara lentz
beulah, MI

Delicious

yield 2 -4
prep time 10 Min
cook time 10 Min
method Stove Top

Ingredients For seared scallops in beurre blanc sauce

  • 1/2 lg
    sea scallops
  • salt and pepper
  • 1/4 c
    olive oil
  • 1 md
    shallot minced
  • 2 Tbsp
    white wine vinegar
  • 2 Tbsp
    dry white wine
  • 2 Tbsp
    cold water
  • 14 Tbsp
    butter cold and diced
  • squeeze of lemon juice
  • salt and pepper

How To Make seared scallops in beurre blanc sauce

  • 1
    To make the Beurre Blanc: Put the shallots, vinegar, and wine into a small saucepan and simmer until the liquid has reduced to 1 tbsp. Whisk in the water then gradually whisk in the butter moving the pan on and off the heat until the sauce is creamy and thickened. Add a squeeze of lemon juice and season with salt and pepper. Set aside & keep warm
  • 2
    pat the scallops dry and season with salt and pepper.Add the oil to a large skillet. When the oil starts smoking add the scallops and sear for 3 minutes per side to get a golden crust.
  • 3
    Remove and drain on paper towel. Serve on top of Beurr Blanc sauce.

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