Broiled Scallops

Ingredienti

• 1 pound sea scallops
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/8 teaspoon black pepper
• 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 3/4 inch fresh vanilla bean OR 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 bay leaf

Preparazione

1. 1

   Season the scallops with salt and pepper and let them sit for 30 minutes.

2. 2

   Heat a broiler over high heat.

3. 3

   Add the butter to a skillet and cook over medium-low heat, until the butter starts to brown (about 5 minutes). If it starts to smoke or burn, turn the heat down.

4. 4

   Add the bay leaf and vanilla and continue to cook until butter solids become a darker caramel brown color. Remove from heat.

5. 5

   While the butter cooks, place the scallops on a rack on a baking sheet and place under the broiler.

6. 6

   Cook for 5-10 minutes, until opaque and slightly firm to the touch. Serve with the browned butter.