Caramel Glazed Scallops

By teri0000

Ingredients

• 1/2 C. plus 3 Tbsp. sugar, divided
• 2 Tbsp. water
• 1 Tsp. corn syrup
• 2 Tbsp. vegetable oil
• 4 Tbsp. butter
• 12 large sea scallops
• salt and black pepper

Preparation

Step 1

In small saucepan combine 3 Tbsp. sugar, water and corn syrup. Mix together and simmer to thicken. Reserve.

Add oil and butter to a saute pan over mediium heat. salt and pepper scallops and add to pan. Coat scallops with 1/2 C. sugar. Allow scallops to brown and caramelize on both sides. Season with salt and pepper.