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Seared Scallops With Cilantro Lime Sauce

Seared Scallops With Cilantro Lime Sauce

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Experience flavorful seared scallops with cilantro lime sauce. Quick, easy, and perfect for any dinner. Try this delicious recipe tonight!

Ingredients

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  • 8 large sea scallops
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup sour cream
  • 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon cumin
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
  • 1 lime, juiced

Instructions

  1. Pat the scallops dry and marinate them in olive oil, paprika, garlic powder, salt, black pepper, and optional cayenne pepper for at least 30 minutes.
  2. Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the scallops for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown.
  3. Prepare the cilantro lime sauce by whisking together mayonnaise, sour cream, chopped cilantro, lime juice, chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, salt, black pepper, and optional cayenne pepper until smooth.
  4. Serve the scallops drizzled with the sauce and garnish with fresh cilantro and lime wedges.

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