Ingredients
4
tbsp peanut oil, divided
1
1/2 pounds sea scallops, patted dry with paper towels
2
tsp ground peppercorn blend, or ground black pepper
2
garlic cloves, finely chopped (about 2 tsp)
1/2
tsp (packed) grated orange peel
Directions
1.
Heat 3 tablespoons oil in large skillet over high heat. Sprinkle scallops with pepper blend and salt. Working in batches, add scallops to skillet in single layer; sauté until brown on outside and just opaque in center, about 2 minutes per side. Transfer scallops to plate, leaving drippings in pan.
2.
Add garlic and remaining oil to drippings in skillet; stir 30 seconds. Add orange juice, soy sauce, and orange peel. Boil until sauce thickens to syrup, stirring frequently, about 2 minutes.
3.
Pour sauce over scallops and serve.
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