Seared Scallops with Tarragon-Butter Sauce

Ingredients for Seared Scallops with Tarragon-Butter Sauce

• 575g large sea scallops, tough ligament from side of each discarded

• 7 tablespoons unsalted butter, cut into tablespoons, divided

• 2 tablespoons finely chopped shallot

• 60ml dry white wine

• 60ml white-wine vinegar

• 1 tablespoon finely chopped tarragon

How to make Seared Scallops with Tarragon-Butter Sauce

Pat scallops dry and sprinkle with 1/4 teaspoons each of salt and pepper (total).

Heat 1 tablespoon butter in a 12-inch nonstick skillet over medium-high heat until foam subsides, then sear scallops, turning once, until golden brown and just cooked through, about 5 minutes total. Transfer to a platter.

Add shallot, wine, and vinegar to skillet and boil, scraping up brown bits, until reduced to 2 tablespoons . Add juices from platter and if necessary boil until liquid is reduced to about 60g . Reduce heat to low and add 45ml butter, stirring until almost melted, then add remaining 45ml butter and swirl until incorporated and sauce has a creamy consistency. Stir in tarragon and salt to taste; pour sauce over scallops.

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