Name: Champagne Butter Scallops
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: French
Ingredients: 16 large dry sea scallops (about 1.5 lbs); 2 tsp kosher salt; 1 tsp white pepper; 4 tbsp unsalted butter, divided; 2 tbsp high smoke-point oil (grapeseed or avocado); 2 shallots, finely minced; 3 cloves garlic, minced; 1 cup champagne or dry sparkling wine; 1/2 cup heavy cream; 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice; 1 tbsp Dijon mustard; 4 tbsp cold unsalted butter, cubed; 2 tbsp fresh tarragon, chopped; 2 tbsp fresh chives, minced; 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped; Lemon zest for garnish; Flaky sea salt for finishing

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