Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound sea scallops
- 1/2 cup duck fat
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme, chopped
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat the duck fat in a skillet over medium-high heat.
- Pat the scallops dry and season with salt and black pepper.
- Once the fat is hot, add the scallops, making sure not to overcrowd the pan.
- Sear scallops for about 2-3 minutes on each side, until golden brown.
- Add minced garlic and thyme during the last minute of cooking.
- Remove scallops and serve immediately.
Notes
- Ensure the scallops are dry before cooking for the best sear.
- Duck fat can be substituted with butter if preferred.
- Serve with a wedge of lemon for added flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Pan-Seared
- Cuisine: French
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 scallops
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 75mg