Lemon-Shallot Scallops (Cooking Light) - cooking recipe

Ingredients

2 teaspoons olive oil
1 1/2 lbs sea scallops
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
2 teaspoons butter
3 tablespoons minced shallots
1/2 teaspoon bottled minced garlic
1/4 cup dry white wine
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh parsley
4 lemon wedges (optional)

Preparation

Heat oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Sprinkle sea scallops with salt and pepper. Add scallops to pan, and saute 2 minutes on each side. Remove scallops from pan, and keep warm.
Melt butter in pan. Add shallots and garlic; saute 30 seconds. Add wine and juice; cook 1 minute.
Return scallops to pan; toss to coat. Remove from heat; sprinkle with parsley. Serve with lemon wedges, if desired.