Fresh king scallops with basil and lime butter

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Fresh King Scallops with basil and lime butterHigh in protein and vitamin B these fresh king scallops with basil and lime butter are a healthy way to end the day. Incredibly easy to cook and with reasonably priced ingredients this recipe is ideal for those wanting to indulge in a tasty meal but without all the fuss of preparing it. Serve with salad leaves if you are wanting a carb-free meal, or if you are feeling a bit peckish add some cooked new potatoes. 

Serves 3

Cooking time: 4 mins 

What You Need: 

  • Oil
  • 9 fresh king scallops, shucked and cleaned

 Basil and lime butter:

  • 85g (3oz) of butter, softened
  • 2 tbsp washed and chopped fresh basil
  • 1 lime – juice and rind

What To Do:

  • Heat some oil in a frying pan
  • Remove the coral (or roe) from each scallop and set aside. Slice the scallop in half and set aside.
  • In a small bowl mix the basil and lime butter ingredients together and set aside.
  • Add 40g (1½ oz) of the flavoured butter to a frying pan. Melt over a medium heat and then add the scallops. Dot with the remaining butter and cook for 3-4 minutes turning occasionally.
  • Spoon the juices from the pan over the scallops and serve with sliced new potatoes and salad leaves tossed in a little vinaigrette dressing.

Recipe from Morrisons M Kitchen

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