Scallops Sautéed With Garlic

Ingredients

• 8 large sea scallops or 1 lb bay scallop
• 2 tablespoons flour (for dredging, most will be left on the plate)
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 tablespoon butter
• salt or pepper
• 1-2 teaspoon finely minced fresh garlic

Directions

1. 1

   Dry scallops gently with paper towel.

2. 2

   Heat oil in medium pan.

3. 3

   Add butter.

4. 4

   While butter melts, dredge each scallop in flour on both sides.

5. 5

   When butter is starting to foam, add scallops to pan.

6. 6

   Cook until scallops are barely browned on both sides and starting to feel firm, about 1-2 minutes per side for the initial browning. (This will depend on the thickness of your scallops.

7. 7

   When both sides are browned slightly, add garlic.

8. 8

   Lower heat a little.

9. 9

   Season with salt and pepper as desired, and cook about 2 minutes more.

10. 10

    Stir or shake the pan so the garlic is all around the scallops.

11. 11

    Serve.