Pan Fried Scallops With White Wine Reduction Recipe

Ingredients

2 pounds sea scallops1 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper2 tablespoons olive oilWHITE WINE REDUCTION:1/2 cup white wine or chicken broth1/3 cup orange juice1/4 cup finely chopped onion1 teaspoon dried oregano1 teaspoon Dijon mustard1 garlic clove, minced3 tablespoons cold butter, cubed

Preparation

Sprinkle scallops with salt and pepper. In a large skillet, saute scallops in oil until firm and opaque. Remove and keep warm.

Add wine to the skillet, stirring to loosen browned bits from pan. Stir in the orange juice, onion, oregano, mustard and garlic. Bring to a boil; cook and stir until reduced by half, 2-3 minutes. Remove from the heat; stir in butter until melted. Serve with scallops.