Seared Scallops with Spicy Cajun Cream Sauce

Ingredients

For the Scallops:

• 1 lb sea scallops , patted dry
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• ½ teaspoon garlic powder
• ¼ teaspoon salt
• ¼ teaspoon black pepper
• ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional, for extra heat)
• Juice of 1 lime

For the Cajun Cream Sauce:

• ½ cup mayonnaise
• ¼ cup sour cream
• 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning

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