Sear The Scallops Heat the olive oil and butter in a large cast iron skillet over medium-high heat. Make sure the skillet is very hot before adding the scallops! Add the scallops to the skillet ...

Heat the oil in a frying pan over a medium heat. Fry the scallops for 1½ minutes on each side. Add the butter and fry until golden. To serve, scatter the cauliflower florets onto a serving dish ...

To see how well a cast-iron frying pan works for home cooks, our tests focus on the tasks people typically use this cookware for: searing steaks, browning scallops, and baking cornbread.