If you are looking for an elegant dish to serve guests that is quick and easy, try this wonderful scallop recipe. The flavor of the pistachios combined with the herbs make a delicious coating for fresh scallops. Pair this with potatoes or rice and a side vegetable for an easy meal.

 

Ingredients:

2 Tbs (¼ stick) unsalted butter, divided

2 Tbs unsalted, shelled raw natural pistachios

1 Tbs chopped fresh chives

1 Tbs chopped fresh tarragon

1 Tbs chopped fresh thyme

8 large sea scallops, side muscle removed

Kosher salt

Freshly ground black pepper

1 tsp grapeseed oil

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Process:

1) Melt 1 Tbsp. butter in a small skillet over medium heat. Add pistachios and cook, stirring often, until nuts are deeply toasted, about 2 minutes. Let cool. Chop pistachios. Place in a small bowl; toss with chives, tarragon, and thyme.

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2) Season scallops with salt and pepper. Heat remaining 1 Tbsp. butter and oil in a large nonstick skillet over high heat. Add scallops; sear until crusty brown, about 2 minutes per side. Roll scallops in pistachio mixture.