Seared Scallops with Garlic Pasta
This is a wonderful scallop with pasta recipe full of garlic flavors.
Servings 2 servings
Calories 457kcal
Ingredients
- 7 oz . linguini pasta , cooked al dente per instructions
- 12 to 14 small sea scallops , rinsed and side muscle removed
- 3 slices bacon , chopped
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 5 large garlic cloves , minced
- 1 small shallot , minced
- 1 cup dry white wine
- 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes
- salt and pepper to taste
- chopped parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the pasta to al dente according to package instructions, drain and keep warm.
- Cook the chopped bacon pieces in a large skillet until nicely browned, then remove to a paper towel to drain the excess grease.
- Remove all but approximately 1 1/2 tbsp of the bacon grease from the skillet and bring the temperature of the pan to smoking. Pat the scallops dry with a paper towel, then salt and pepper them and place in the hot skillet, 1 1/2 to 2 minutes. Then, using tongs, turn the scallops and sear the second side 1 1/2 to 2 minutes. Remove them from the skillet and cover to keep warm.
- Add the olive oil to the skillet and heat medium to medium low and add the garlic and shallot. Cook for 2 to 3 minutes to soften without browning the garlic.
- Add the wine and red pepper flakes and bring to a boil. Scrape the skillet with a wooden spoon to deglaze the pan. Taste and add salt and pepper as desired.
- Add the pasta and bacon bits to the sauce to warm. Serve right away topped with the scallops and parsley garnish.
Notes
- This can be served with grated parmesan also if desired.
Nutrition
Calories: 457kcal