Golden-Crusted Fried Scallops: My Easy Lemon-Garlic Recipe

Ingredients

• 8 large sea scallops (approx. 8 ounces/225g), patted completely dry
• 1/2 cup all-purpose flour (60g)
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
• 2 tablespoons olive oil (30ml)
• 1 tablespoon butter (15g)
• 2 tablespoons butter (30g), unsalted
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice, freshly squeezed
• 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
• Pinch of red pepper flakes (optional)