Seared Scallops With Orange And Vermouth Recipe Recipes Net

Ingredients

2tbspcooking oil

2lbsea scallops

½tspsalt

1tspfresh ground black pepper

3tbspbutter

2scallions,green tops included

½cupdry vermouth

1tsporange zest,grated

In a large nonstick frying pan, heat 1 tablespoon of the oil over moderately high heat until very hot.

Season the scallops with the salt and pepper. Add ½ the scallops to the pan and cook for about 1 minute until browned.

Turn and cook for about 2 minutes longer until browned on the second side and just done. Remove from the pan.

Add the remaining tablespoon of oil to the pan and repeat with the remaining scallops. Wipe out the pan.

In the same pan, melt the butter over moderate heat. Add the scallions and cook, stirring, for 1 minute.

Add the vermouth and orange zest. Cook for about 2 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.

Add the scallops and warm for about 1 minute until just heated through.

Serve warm, and enjoy!