Description
Indulge in a delectable Creamy Garlic Butter Scallop Bowl that promises to elevate your dining experience without the fuss. Perfect for weeknight meals or special occasions, this dish features tender, perfectly seared scallops drizzled in a rich garlic butter sauce that will leave your taste buds craving more. Pair it with fluffy rice and fresh garnishes for an elegant presentation that dazzles. With minimal preparation required, you’ll be enjoying a gourmet meal in no time.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound sea scallops
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 cup cooked rice
- 1/4 cup butter
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/8 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season scallops with garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Sear scallops for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- In a small saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and cook for about 1 minute until fragrant. Stir in lemon juice, salt, and black pepper; cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until smooth.
- Assemble by dividing cooked rice into bowls, topping with seared scallops and drizzling generously with the creamy sauce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Searing
- Cuisine: Seafood
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (265g)
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 490mg
- Fat: 29g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 105mg