Scallops with Basil and Lime Butter

Ingredients

454g Regal Canadian Roeless Scallops or King Scallops, defrosted

Salt and pepper



Basil and Lime Butter:

85g (3oz) Butter, softened

2 x 15ml spoon (2 tbsp) Fresh chopped basil

Juice and rind of 1 lime

Method

1) Remove the coral (if using Kings) from each scallop and set aside. Slice the scallop in half and set aside.

2) In a small bowl mix the remaining ingredients together then melt in a frying pan over a medium heat.

3) Add the scallops to the frying pan and cook through for 3-4 minutes, turning once.

4) Transfer to a serving dish and spoon over the butter.

5) Serve with sliced new potatoes and salad leaves tossed in a little vinaigrette dressing.

Serves: 4

Provided By: Sea Fish Authority