Description
Indulge in the exquisite flavors of the Creamy Garlic Butter Scallop Bowl, a culinary delight that pairs succulent scallops with a rich, buttery sauce. Perfect for a romantic dinner or a weeknight treat, this dish boasts a creamy texture infused with aromatic garlic notes that will elevate your dining experience. In just under 30 minutes, you can impress your guests or satisfy your cravings with this easy yet elegant meal. Whether enjoyed on its own or paired with vibrant side dishes, the Creamy Garlic Butter Scallop Bowl is sure to become a favorite in your kitchen.
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
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Sear the scallops: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season scallops with garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Cook for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Make the sauce: In a small saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and cook for 1 minute. Stir in lemon juice, salt, and pepper; cook until smooth.
- Assemble bowls: Divide cooked rice among serving bowls. Top each with seared scallops and drizzle with creamy garlic butter sauce. Garnish with fresh parsley.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Searing
- Cuisine: Seafood
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 34g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 19g
- Cholesterol: 80mg