Scallops in Saffron Butter

👥 2 servings 📊 Medium
Mediterranean appetizer
Scallops in Saffron Butter
Nutrition per Serving
—
Calories
—
Protein
—
Carbs
—
Fat

Pan seared scallops in saffron butter sauce, garnished with parsley and flaked almonds

📝 Ingredients

  • 6 scallops
  • 1 tablespoon slightly salted butter
  • 3-4 saffron threads
  • small handful flaked almonds
  • few parsley leaves (finely chopped)
  • salt and coarse black pepper
  • mild olive oil

👨‍🍳 Instructions

  1. 1Lightly toast the flaked almonds in a pan. Remove and set aside
  2. 2To make the saffron butter, pound the saffron threads in a bowl and mix in the butter well
  3. 3Wash and drain the scallops. Season well with salt and black pepper
  4. 4Heat up the pan on medium high heat for around five minutes
  5. 5Pan sear the scallops for 2-3 minutes on each side
  6. 6Add a tablespoon of the butter and baste for the last minute of cooking
  7. 7Transfer to a plate and garnish with a sprinkle of parsley and flaked almonds.

About the Chef & Original Recipe

This recipe was published by Zaatar and Zaytoun on zaatarandzaytoun.com. Visit the original source for step-by-step photos, chef notes and additional details.