Easy Pan-Seared Scallops with Lemon Garlic Sauce

Seared scallops with a delicious lemon garlic sauce. For maximum flavor and texture, I brine them first. After a brief sear, I make a simple pan sauce using all the amazing flavors leftover. It’s a gourmet meal all made in one pan!

Ingredients

Brine:

• ⅓ cup (90 g) kosher salt
• 1 cup (240 ml) hot water
• 4 cups ice cubes
• 1 pound (454 g) scallops

Scallops:

• 2 tablespoons (30 ml) olive oil
• 2 tablespoons (30 g) unsalted butter
• 1 tablespoon (8 g) minced garlic
• 2 tablespoons (30 ml) lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon lemon zest
• 1 tablespoon (15 ml) dijon mustard
• 2 tablespoons (30 ml) heavy cream
• 1 teaspoon chopped dill
• black pepper, as needed for seasoning

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