Jim's Balsamic Scallops

The tastiest scallops you will ever try. I like my food with a little zip, but you can leave out the cayenne pepper if you don't like it spicy.

• Preparation Time: 15 mins
• Cooking Time: 6 mins
• Total Time: 21 mins
• Calories: 256 Calories

Ingredients

• 2 teaspoons salt
• ½ cup all-purpose flour
• ¼ cup olive oil
• 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 2 teaspoons dried marjoram
• 2 teaspoons paprika
• 4 teaspoons garlic powder
• ½ cup balsamic vinegar
• 2 pounds sea scallops
• 4 teaspoons ground black pepper

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Pat scallops dry with paper towels and set aside.

Step 2

Place flour, black pepper, garlic powder, paprika, marjoram, salt, and cayenne pepper in a large plastic resealable bag and shake well to mix. Add scallops to the bag and toss to coat with flour mixture.

Step 3

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add all scallops in a single layer and sear until golden, 3 to 4 minutes per side. Drizzle balsamic vinegar over seared scallops.