These yummy Low FODMAP Scallops with Lemon are melt-in-your-mouth-good and perfect for a special supper whether you’re on the low FODMAP diet or not!
If I had to pick a favorite source of protein, it would be perfectly-cooked, melt-in-your-mouth scallops. Yum!
These Low FODMAP Scallops with Lemon are definitely a treat for us because scallops are pretty dang expensive here in Minnesota. However, when I do make them I’ve learned a couple of tricks and tips to perfectly cooked scallops.
The first tip is to make sure your scallops are super dry. For us, they usually come frozen, so I will thaw them out in a bowl in our refrigerator. Then, I will drain them and lay them out on paper towels. Right before cooking, I will give them one final pat down with a paper towel to help make sure they are super dry.
Secondly, make sure your pan is hot before adding your scallops. This helps to get a nice crusty sear on the outside while not overcooking the inside.
Finally, try not to overcook your scallops. I am notorious for leaving things to cook on the stove while I multi-task on something else. This is not a recipe to do that! 🙂
Low Fodmap Scallops with Lemon
- Total Time: 15 mins
- Yield: 2
Description
These yummy Low FODMAP Scallops with Lemon are melt-in-your-mouth-good and perfect for a special supper whether you’re on the low FODMAP diet or not!
Ingredients
- 8 sea scallops
- 2 Tbsp. butter (or ghee)
- Salt, to taste
- Lemon wedges, for serving
Instructions
- Pat scallops dry with paper towels. Heat butter in a skillet over high heat. Once hot, add scallops and sear until golden brown on both sides, about 2 minutes per side.
- Season with salt and serve warm with lemon.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 5 mins
- Category: Main Dish
- Cuisine: American
Pam says
Temp of your oven?
Emily says
Hi Pam, these scallops are cooked on the stove-top over high (or medium-high) heat, depending on your stove. The oven isn’t used for this recipe. 🙂 Thanks!