PAN-SAUTEED SEA SCALLOPS 
1 1/2 lbs. scallops
1/3 c. fine, dry bread crumbs
1/4 tsp. salt
1/8 tsp. pepper (optional)
Few grains paprika
1/2 c. butter, divided
1 tbsp. chopped parsley
3 tbsp. lemon juice

Roll scallops in bread crumbs. Melt half of the butter in frying pan; do not brown. Add salt, pepper and paprika. Add scallops; saute slowly until golden brown, turning often, about 10 minutes. Remove scallops to serving platter. Add remaining butter to frying pan with lemon juice and parsley. Heat until butter melts; pour over scallops. Makes 4 servings.

recipe reviews
Pan-Sauteed Sea Scallops
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 Bonnie (New York) says:
I am not much of a seafood lover, but this recipe for pan fried scallops is absolutely delicious.
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 Sue (Maryland) says:
I did not enjoy scallops prepared this way. Followed the recipe and they were soggy. If you want deep fried crunch and flavor -- this recipe will not do it.
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 Dave Batterton (Ontario) says:
Wishing I had more scallops! Followed this recipe and most of my breading fell off in the pan (which is a good thing). Added the rest of butter and parsley after 10 minutes, continued to fry another minute. Moved scallops to plate and poured remaining breadcrumb, paprika, butter, parsley "paste" over scallops. Absolutely amazing! Best pan fried scallops yet!
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 Kate (New York) says:
I thought the recipe was wonderful. Very easy, fast and delicious. The scallops were not chewy and the sauce was extremely flavorful. A great weeknight meal!
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 Rebecca (Massachusetts) says:
These are really great and simple. I recommend using a non-stick pan (this will keep the breading on the scallop) and don't let them move around too much when cooking. If you want deep-fried scallops, look for a deep-fried scallop recipe, not a pan-sauteed recipe. The seasoning is very subtle and perfect for scallops, allowing the flavor to come through.
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 Susie Elkendier (Wisconsin) says:
Best ever! This one is a keeper! I have been trying to duplicate a favorite restaurant scallop recipe. I finally did it. I used a non-stick pan which worked out well. Very tender and tasty!
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 Sandy B. (Pennsylvania) says:
OMG! This is one of the BEST recipes EVER!!! We omitted the salt since we follow the DASH diet, and they were phenomenal!!! Used scallops from Wild For Salmon, they are the best!

 

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