Ginger Scallops

Elevate your dining experience with these exquisite Ginger Scallops—an impressive yet surprisingly simple seafood dish that’s ready in just 20 minutes. Delicately seared sea scallops form a golden crust for a perfect caramelized exterior, while a luscious glaze of fresh ginger, garlic, soy sauce, honey, and lemon juice adds a bold, aromatic flavor profile. Butter-basted to perfection and finished with a sprinkle of fresh parsley, this dish strikes the perfect balance between savory, sweet, and tangy notes. Perfect for a quick but elegant dinner or a crowd-pleasing appetizer, these pan-seared scallops are the ultimate showcase of gourmet cooking at home.

Nutriscore Rating: 57/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 12 large sea scallops
• 1 tablespoon fresh ginger
• 2 cloves garlic
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 teaspoon soy sauce
• 1 teaspoon honey
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 0.25 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 tablespoon chopped parsley

Directions

Step 1

Pat the scallops dry with paper towels to ensure they sear properly. Lightly season both sides with salt and black pepper.

Step 2

Finely grate the fresh ginger and mince the garlic cloves. Set aside.

Step 3

In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Once the oil is shimmering, add the scallops in a single layer, leaving space between each one. Sear for 2-3 minutes without moving them, until a golden brown crust forms.

Step 4

Flip the scallops and add the butter to the skillet. Cook the scallops for another 2-3 minutes, basting them with the melted butter, then transfer them to a plate and set aside.

Step 5

Lower the heat to medium and add the minced garlic and grated ginger to the same skillet. Stir for 30 seconds, until fragrant.

Step 6

Stir in the soy sauce, honey, and lemon juice to create a glaze. Allow the mixture to simmer for 1-2 minutes, stirring occasionally, until slightly thickened.

Step 7

Return the scallops to the skillet and gently toss to coat them in the glaze. Cook for 1 more minute to warm them through.

Step 8

Transfer the scallops to a serving dish, drizzle with the remaining glaze from the skillet, and garnish with chopped parsley before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	447.8 grams (447.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	774

Total Fat 41.20g	53%
Saturated Fat 16.70g	84%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.40g
Cholesterol 210mg	70%
Sodium 3205mg	139%
Total Carbohydrate 30.00g	11%
Dietary Fiber 0.60g	2%
Total Sugars 6.30g
Protein 75.40g	151%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 76mg	6%
Iron 2mg	12%
Potassium 1283mg	27%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 46.8%

Protein: 38.1%

Carbs: 15.1%