Gordon Ramsay Scallop Recipe
If you want a fancy meal, try this Gordon Ramsay Scallop Recipe. Learning how to make Gordon Ramsay Scallop Recipe is very easy.
Equipment
- Large non-stick skillet
- Kitchen tongs
- Paper towels
- Small spoon
- Sharp knife
Ingredients
- 6 large SEA SCALLOPS
- 1 tbsp OLIVE OIL
- 2 tbsp UNSALTED BUTTER
- 1 clove GARLIC
- 1 sprig FRESH THYME
- 0.5 unit LEMON
- 1 pinch SEA SALT
- 1 pinch BLACK PEPPER
Instructions
- Pat the scallops very dry with paper towels. Remove the small side muscle from each one. This ensures they cook evenly and feel soft.
- Season one side of the scallops with salt. Do not use pepper yet because it might burn. Only season them right before you start cooking.
- Heat your large skillet over a high heat. Add a swirl of olive oil to the pan. Wait until the oil is lightly smoking.
- Place scallops in the pan in a circle. Start at the top like a clock face. This helps you remember which one to flip first.
- Press them down gently with your fingers or tongs. Let them sear for about two minutes. Do not move them while they are browning.
- Flip the scallops over once they are golden. They should look like a toasted marshmallow. Now, add the butter, garlic, and thyme.
- Tilt the pan so the butter pools at the bottom. Use a spoon to pour butter over the scallops. This is called basting and adds huge flavor.
- Squeeze fresh lemon juice over the top now. Remove the pan from the heat immediately. The scallops are ready to be served hot.
Notes
- Always dry scallops thoroughly before you start cooking them.
- Use a very hot pan for a perfect crust.
- Do not crowd the pan while searing the scallops.
- Season with salt only at the very last second.
- Flip the scallops only once for the best texture.
- Remove the side muscle so they are not chewy.
- Baste with butter quickly to keep them very moist.
- Serve them immediately while they are still warm.