Garlic Lemon Butter Scallops

These garlic lemon butter scallops are a quick and delicious seafood dish that can be served as an appetizer or main course.

Ingredients - Serves 4

Rinse the scallops and pat dry with a paper towel.
Season the scallops with salt and pepper.
Heat the butter in a skillet over medium-high heat.
Add the scallops to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side, until golden brown.
Remove the scallops from the skillet and set aside.
In the same skillet, add the minced garlic and cook until fragrant.
Add the lemon juice to the skillet and bring to a simmer.
Return the scallops to the skillet and toss to coat in the garlic lemon butter sauce.
Garnish with chopped parsley and serve immediately.