Seared Scallops In Garlic Pepper Sauce

Scallops In Garlic Pepper Sauce

Miz Helen's Kitchen

Ingredients

6 fresh Scallops, washed and dried

3 tablespoons butter

2 tablespoon olive oil

1/2 cup green bell pepper, chopped fine

1/2 cup red bell pepper, chopped fine

1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and chopped fine

1/2 cup onion, chopped fine

3 garlic cloves, minced

1 teaspoon salt

1 teaspoon pepper

1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper

1 lemon

Directions

In a saute skillet, melt the butter and add the olive oil.

Saute the onions, peppers, and garlic, until the onions are clear.

Add all the seasons and cook for 1 minute.

Drain the vegetables into a small bowl retaining the butter and oil in the skillet.

Add the Scallops to the hot skillet and sear the Scallops until done.

Add the vegetables back to the skillet and simmer until serving.

Squeeze the juice of 1 lemon over the dish before serving.

Serve immediately.

Enjoy!