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Garlic Butter Scallops served on creamy corn risotto with parmesan cheese.

Garlic Butter Scallops and Creamy Corn Risotto

A quick and luxurious dinner that combines perfectly seared scallops with creamy sweet corn risotto. An elegant dish that feels fancy and comforting.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the scallops
  • 1 lbs dry packed sea scallops Look for dry packed if possible for better searing.
  • 2 tbsp butter Use a mix of butter and a small splash of oil.
  • 2 cloves garlic Add garlic towards the end to avoid burning.
For the risotto
  • 1 cup Arborio rice This rice gives a creamy texture.
  • 4 cups warm broth Chicken or veggie broth works well.
  • 1 medium onion Chopped onion for flavor.
  • 1 cup fresh corn Cut off the cob for best results.
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese Adds salty richness.
  • 2 tbsp butter For finishing the risotto.

Method
 

Prepare the risotto
  1. Warm the broth in a saucepan on low heat.
  2. In another pot, melt butter and cook the chopped onion until soft.
  3. Add the Arborio rice and stir for about a minute to coat the rice.
  4. Add broth gradually, one ladle at a time, stirring constantly until absorbed.
  5. Near the end, add the fresh corn and continue stirring until creamy.
  6. Finish with Parmesan and butter, adjusting seasoning with salt and pepper.
Sear the scallops
  1. Pat the scallops dry and season with salt.
  2. Heat a pan on medium-high heat and add the butter and a splash of oil.
  3. Place the scallops in the pan, ensuring not to crowd them. Let them sear without moving for about 2 minutes.
  4. Flip the scallops and sear the other side for another 2 minutes.
  5. Add garlic in the last minute of cooking to incorporate flavor.
Plate the dish
  1. Spoon the risotto onto plates, top with seared scallops, and drizzle with extra garlic butter.

Notes

Taste as you go and adjust seasonings. Serve with a side salad or crusty bread for a complete meal.