Scallop Scampi
Ingredients
- 1 pound bay scallops
patted dry
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
- 4 garlic cloves
minced
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 cup white wine
- 2 tablespoons Italian parsley
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 2-3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
juice from 1-2 lemons
- 8 ounces linguine
cooked and drained, 1/4 cup cooking liquid reserved
Directions
- 1
Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and add the olive oil.
- 2
Add the scallops and cook until lightly browned on the outside. (You'll need to do this in 2 separate batches to ensure they brown evenly).
- 3
Remove and set aside.
- 4
Turn the heat down to medium and add the butter.
- 5
Add the garlic and sauté for 2-3 minutes, until garlic is softened and fragrant.
- 6
Add the wine and simmer on low for 5-7 minutes.
- 7
Add the salt, pepper and parsley and cook for 1 minute.
- 8
Add the lemon juice and cook 1 minute.
- 9
Turn the heat down to medium-low and add in the scallops and pasta. Toss to combine.
- 10
If the sauce is too thin, stir in 1 tablespoon of the pasta cooking liquid at a time (while pasta is on medium heat) until the desired thickness is reached.
Scallop Scampi
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About this Recipe
Craving a restaurant-quality meal that's both elegant and incredibly quick to prepare? This Scallop Scampi recipe delivers on all fronts, bringing a bright, garlicky seafood pasta to your table in just 25 minutes.
This recipe shines because it perfectly balances the delicate sweetness of bay scallops with a vibrant, rich scampi sauce. The pan-searing technique for the scallops ensures they cook quickly and achieve a tender texture, while the sauce, built from simple ingredients like butter, white wine, and plenty of fresh garlic, comes together effortlessly to coat every strand of linguine.
What can you expect from this Scallop Scampi? Imagine plump, succulent bay scallops, perfectly seared to a beautiful golden hue, nestled among tender linguine. Each bite is infused with the aromatic punch of fresh garlic, brightened by a generous squeeze of lemon, and rounded out with a subtle richness from butter and white wine. It's a harmonious blend of flavors and textures, making it feel indulgent yet surprisingly light. With only 5 minutes of prep, it’s a truly accessible dish for any home cook.
Customization & Variations
While this Scallop Scampi is perfect as is, you can easily tailor it to your preferences. Feel free to adjust the amount of fresh lemon juice or parsley to your taste, adding more brightness or herby freshness as desired. While linguine is a classic choice, other long pasta shapes like spaghetti or fettuccine work beautifully as a substitute.
This Scallop Scampi makes for an impressive yet simple weeknight dinner or a delightful dish for a casual get-together. Serve it simply with a sprinkle of extra fresh parsley and perhaps a crusty piece of bread to sop up every last drop of that incredible sauce.