Bay Scallops with Lemon and Dill
🕒 Cook Time: 15 minutes
🕒 Prep Time: 5 minutes
🕒 Total Time: 20 minutes
🍽 Servings: 4
Description:
Indulge in the exquisite flavors of the sea with this delightful Bay Scallops with Lemon and Dill recipe. Each succulent scallop is kissed with the bright essence of lemon and the aromatic freshness of dill, creating a dish that’s both elegant and easy to prepare. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a special occasion, this recipe is sure to become a favorite in your culinary repertoire.
Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 1/2 pounds bay scallops
- 2/3 cup dry vermouth
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Zest of 1 lemon
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh dill
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions:
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Melt butter in a skillet over medium heat, allowing it to coat the pan evenly with its rich, creamy essence.
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Add scallops to the skillet, sizzling as they make contact with the butter. Allow them to cook undisturbed until they are almost opaque, a process that takes about 2 minutes, ensuring they retain their tender juiciness.
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Remove the scallops from the skillet with a slotted spoon, allowing any excess liquid to drain back into the pan, preserving the essence of the sea captured in each scallop, while leaving the flavorful liquid in the skillet.
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In the same skillet, add the dry vermouth, infusing the air with its fragrant notes as it mingles with the residual butter. Follow with the addition of lemon juice and the zest of a lemon, infusing the dish with a burst of citrusy brightness that dances across the palate.
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Allow the mixture to reduce gently, simmering until it transforms into a luscious glaze, thickened and imbued with the essence of the ingredients, a process that takes about 5 minutes, intensifying the flavors and creating a harmonious symphony of taste.
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Return the scallops to the skillet, gently nestling them into the glaze, ensuring each morsel is enveloped in the tangy, aromatic sauce, ready to impart its oceanic essence with every bite.
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Stir in the fresh dill and a sprinkle of black pepper, showering the dish with the verdant aroma of herbs and a hint of warmth, adding depth to the flavor profile.
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Serve immediately, allowing the vibrant flavors to tantalize your taste buds, transporting you to a culinary paradise where the essence of the sea meets the bright flavors of citrus and herbs in perfect harmony.
Nutritional Information (Per Serving):
- Calories: 202.6
- Fat Content: 7.1g
- Saturated Fat Content: 3.8g
- Cholesterol Content: 71.5mg
- Sodium Content: 315.9mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 4.5g
- Fiber Content: 0.1g
- Sugar Content: 0.1g
- Protein Content: 28.7g
Recipe Notes:
- For a touch of indulgence, consider serving the Bay Scallops with Lemon and Dill atop a bed of fluffy couscous or alongside buttery mashed potatoes, allowing the savory sauce to mingle with the starch for a truly decadent experience.
- Feel free to customize the recipe to suit your taste preferences by adjusting the amount of lemon juice, dill, or pepper to achieve the perfect balance of flavors that delights your palate.
- This dish pairs beautifully with a crisp white wine, such as a Sauvignon Blanc or Chardonnay, enhancing the bright flavors of the seafood and citrus while refreshing the palate with its cool, clean finish.
