Scallops in Garlic Butter

Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

• 1 to 1 1/2 pounds scallops
• 3 tablespoons sliced almonds
• 1/4 cup butter
• 5 large cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons chopped parsley
• 1 teaspoon grated lemon peel

Instructions

1. Rinse scallops and pat dry; then cut any large scallops in half. Set aside.
2. Place a wok over medium heat; when wok is hot, add almonds and stir until golden (about 2 minutes). Pour out of wok and set aside.
3. Add butter. When butter is melted, add garlic, parsley and lemon peel and stir for about 1 minute.
4. Add scallops (a portion at a time, if necessary) and stir fry just until opaque throughout; cut to test (3 to 4 minutes).
5. Transfer scallop mixture to a platter. Top with almonds and serve immediately.