Seared Spanish Sea Scallops With Saffron

Ingredients: 20 sea scallops Kosher salt 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 medium sweet onion, chopped finely 4 tablespoons chopped Serrano ham (cut into pieces the same size as the onion) Pinch of saffron 4 tablespoons finely chopped parsley 1/3 cup dry sherry or white wine Juice of 1 lemon