Blackened Scallops

• scallops↗1 lb
• shallot↗1

  peeled and chopped

• yellow pepper↗1

  diced

• green pepper↗1

  diced

• paprika↗1 teaspoon
• black pepper↗1 teaspoon
• white pepper1 teaspoon
• cayenne pepper↗1⁄2 teaspoon
• oregano↗1 teaspoon
• rosemary↗1 teaspoon
• olive oil↗1 tablespoon
• thyme↗1 pinch
• salt↗

  to taste

Step-by-step instructions

1. 1

   mix spices and herbs, (except salt) with oil in small bowl, set aside.

2. 2

   heat cast iron pan over high heat. when hot, add spice mixture to pan and cook 1 minute, stirring constantly.

3. 3

   add peppers and shallot mix and cook 2 min over high heat.

4. 4

   add scallops. mix well and cook 3 minutes over high heat. stir once during cooking and season with salt.

5. 5

   serve over hot pasta. if desired sprinkle with lemon juice.