Seared Scallops

Ingredients (for 2ppl):

Main Ingredients:

• 8 large bay scallops (diver scallops are ok)
• 2 tbsp unsalter butter
• A couple sprigs of fresh thyme
• Salt and pepper

Utensils:

• Frying pan

Instructions

Prepare (15min):

1. Remove from the fridge 15 mins in advance and blot dry with paper towels

Cooking (4min):

1. Salt and pepper both sides of the scallops
2. Get a frying pan with a little vegetable oil smoking hot
3. As soon as you see a bit of smoke put the scallops in around the edges of the pan for 90 seconds (don't move them during this time)
4. Flip over the scallops when they have a golden crust and cook for a further 30 seconds
5. Push the scallops to the back of the pan, throw in the butter and thyme and baste the scallops for a further 30 seconds