Prosciutto-Wrapped Scallops
MAKES 8 TO 12
Elegant and simple to make, these scallops are perfect for a romantic dinner for two, or serve them as a party starter with your favorite champagne or cocktails. Choose smaller scallops for a bite-sized pickup or large Maine sea scallops for a gorgeous entrée.
Ingredients
- 4 - 6 slices prosciutto
- 3/4 pound scallops (about 8 - 12)
- Kosher salt, to taste
- Pepper, to taste
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter (divided use)
- 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon chopped chives
Directions
- Cut each slice of prosciutto in half, lengthwise. Wrap one piece of prosciutto around the outside edge of each scallop. Secure with a toothpick.
- Season surface of scallop lightly with salt and pepper.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil with 1 tablespoon butter over medium-high heat. Lay wrapped scallops in pan without touching each other. Cook 3 to 4 minutes per side or until cooked through. Remove to a warm plate.
- Add remaining 3 tablespoons butter to pan. Cook, swirling pan and watching carefully, until butter turns a nutty brown. Immediately remove pan from heat. Swirl in lemon juice and half the chives.
- Spoon sauce over scallops. Sprinkle with remaining chives.
Nutrition
- Calories: 510
- Fat: 36.0 g
- Saturated Fat: 18.0 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Cholesterol: 110.0 mg
- Sodium: 1840.0 mg
- Carbohydrates: 9.0 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Added Sugars: 0 g
- Sugar: 1.0 g
- Protein: 36.0 g