Scallops Sautéed in Butter, Lemon and White Wine

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This scallops sautéed in butter, lemon and white wine sauce is quick to pan cook. So delicate and tasty. Pictured is served over my Spanish Saffron Rice recipe, but it also goes well served over a long pasta.

Scallops Sautéed in Butter, Lemon and White Wine
Scallops Sautéed in Butter, Lemon and White Wine

Ingredients;
16oz sea scallops (fresh is best) shrimp can also be used
4 TBLS unsalted butter
2 TBLS olive oil
juice of one large lemon
1 cup dry white wine
1 TBLS minced fresh parsley
salt & pepper to taste

Directions;
In a pan large enough to fit the scallops in a single layer melt the butter and oil until foaming. Add the scallops and after 3 minutes turn them over for another 3 minutes. Add the balance of ingredients and simmer for 3 more minutes.
Serve over rice or pasta.