1/2cup seasoned flour, salt & pepper or your favorite blend
3/4cupvegetable oil
3shallots, finely chopped
3clovesgarlic, finely chopped
1/4tspdried basil
3tbspbutter
1tbspparsley, chopped
Instructions
Rinse scallops, pat dry and place on sheet of waxed paper. Sprinkle over with lemon juice, salt and pepper. Set aside for 10 minutes. Dip scallops in seasoned flour, shaking off any excess.
Heat oil in large fry pan. Add the scallops and sear, turning once, about 4-5 minutes depending on size. Stir in shallots, garlic and basil, cook another few minutes. Remove from heat and still in butter and parsley. Serve at once.