SCALLOPS WITH SORREL BUTTER

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Sorrel is a wonderfully pungent, tart spring green that takes well to rich and sweet ingredients. Here, it's melted into a garlicky, buttery pan sauce and served with seared scallops. One thing to note: as sorrel cooks, it dims from bright green to olive drab in color. But a garnish of chives - with the chive blossoms if you can get them - will perk things up considerably. If you can't find sorrel, you can make this dish with watercress or spinach, though you may need to add a squirt of lemon juice at the end to balance the flavors.

Provided by Melissa Clark

Categories     dinner, easy, for two, quick, one pot, main course

Time 20m

Yield 2 to 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

3 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 pound sea scallops, patted dry
Kosher salt and black pepper, as needed
1 garlic clove, minced
1 tablespoon dry white vermouth or white wine
4 ounces sorrel (about 3 cups loosely packed), stems removed
2 tablespoons chopped chives

Steps:

  • Heat a large skillet over medium-high. Melt 2 tablespoons butter in skillet. Season scallops with salt and pepper; place in pan in a single layer. Cook without moving until bottoms are golden brown, 2 to 3 minutes. Do not turn. Transfer scallops to a plate.
  • Return pan to medium heat. Add garlic and cook 10 seconds. Stir in vermouth and scrape up any browned bits from bottom of pan. Stir in remaining 1 tablespoon butter and the sorrel; season lightly with salt and pepper.
  • Return scallops to pan, seared side up. Continue cooking until sorrel is a dark olive green and falling apart and scallops are just cooked through, 1 to 2 minutes. Sprinkle in chives and serve.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 173, UnsaturatedFat 3 grams, Carbohydrate 7 grams, Fat 9 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 15 grams, SaturatedFat 6 grams, Sodium 468 milligrams, Sugar 0 grams, TransFat 0 grams

Aysha Ibrahim
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This recipe was a disappointment. The scallops were tough and the sorrel butter sauce was bland.


Wicklife Odhiambo
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I followed the recipe exactly and the scallops turned out a bit overcooked. I think I'll reduce the cooking time next time.


Marin Angelovski
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This dish is a bit pricey, but it's worth it for a special occasion. The scallops are cooked to perfection and the sorrel butter sauce is amazing.


Parima Poudel
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I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and the results are always amazing. The scallops are always cooked perfectly and the sorrel butter sauce is divine.


Ranu Bagum
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This recipe is a keeper! The scallops are perfectly cooked and the sorrel butter sauce is delicious. I highly recommend this dish.


Md Yeasin Arafat
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I've never had scallops before, but this recipe made me a fan. The scallops are tender and juicy, and the sorrel butter sauce is amazing.


Seth Poncho
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This dish is a must-try for any seafood lover. The scallops are cooked to perfection and the sorrel butter sauce is incredibly flavorful.


kitten master
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So good! I love the combination of flavors in this dish. The scallops are cooked perfectly and the sorrel butter sauce is divine.


Isabella Meza
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These scallops are amazing! The sorrel butter sauce is the perfect complement to the delicate flavor of the scallops. I will definitely be making this dish again.


mum my
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I was a bit hesitant to try this recipe because I'm not a huge fan of sorrel, but I'm glad I did. The sorrel butter sauce is subtle and doesn't overpower the scallops. The whole dish is light and refreshing.


Bir Manangthen
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This recipe is easy to follow and produces delicious results. The scallops are cooked evenly and the sorrel butter sauce is flavorful. I served it with roasted vegetables and it was a perfect meal.


Jonathan Vonlanthen
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I followed the recipe exactly, and the scallops turned out perfectly. The sorrel butter sauce is amazing, and it really elevates the dish. I served it over rice, and it was a hit with my family.


Nahid Asif
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I've tried this recipe twice now, and it's a winner both times. The scallops are tender and juicy, and the sorrel butter sauce is rich and flavorful. It's a bit of a splurge, but it's worth it for a special occasion.


ZOHAIB Mehdi
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OMG! This scallops with sorrel butter dish is absolutely divine! The combination of flavors is exquisite, and the scallops are cooked to perfection. I highly recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a special and memorable meal.