Sauteed Scallops On Lemon Fettuccine
Grrrrrgh!
Course : Seafoods
From: HungryMonster.com
Serves: 4
 

Ingredients:

  Amount  Measure       Ingredient -- Preparation Method
--------  ------------  --------------------------------
     1/4  cup           all-purpose flour
     1/2  teaspoon      salt
     1/2  teaspoon      cracked pepper
   1      pound         sea scallops
   2      teaspoons     olive oil
   2      teaspoons     margarine
     1/3  cup           vodka or dry white wine
   1      teaspoon      grated lemon rind
   3      tablespoons   fresh lemon juice
   1      clove         garlic -- minced
   6      cups          hot cooked fettuccine
                        (12 ounces uncooked)
     1/4  cup           finely grated parmesan cheese
     1/4  cup           chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
 

Preparation:

Combine first 3 ingredients in a large zip-top heavy-duty plastic bag. Add scallops to bag, and seal; shake to coat. Heat oil and margarine in a large nonstick skillet over high heat. Add scallops; cook 2 minutes on each side or until lightly browned and done. Remove scallops from pan; keep warm. Reduce heat to medium; add vodka, lemon rind, lemon juice, and garlic, and cook 3 minutes, stirring occasionally. Remove from heat; add pasta, and toss gently to coat.