A delightful seafood dish featuring scallops sautéed in a flavorful garlic butter sauce, perfect for a quick and elegant meal.
Combine the fresh scallions, minced garlic, smoked paprika, fine salt, and black pepper in a mixing bowl.
Chop the scallions finely to evenly distribute their flavor.
Melt the unsalted butter in a sauté pan over medium heat.
Ensure the butter does not brown; lower the heat if necessary.
Add the seasoning mixture to the melted butter and sauté until fragrant.
Stir continuously to prevent the garlic from burning.
Coat the scallops evenly with the panko bread crumbs in a separate bowl.
Press the bread crumbs gently onto the scallops for better adhesion.
Place the coated scallops into the sauté pan with the seasoning mixture and cook until golden brown, about 2-4 minutes per side.
Avoid overcrowding the pan to ensure even cooking.
Serve the golden scallops warm, garnished with additional fresh scallions if desired.
Pair with a fresh salad or steamed vegetables for a complete meal.