ASIAN BACON-WRAPPED SCALLOPS

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Crunchy chow mein noodles and water chestnuts complement tender scallops in this elegant appetizer. Chili sauce gives the mayonnaise a bit of zip.-Thomas Kolek, Chicago, Illinois

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 30m

Yield 18 appetizers.

Number Of Ingredients 10

9 bacon strips
18 sea scallops (1-1/2 pounds)
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1 tablespoon Sriracha chili sauce or 1-1/2 teaspoons hot pepper sauce
1 tablespoon lime juice
1/2 cup canned sliced water chestnuts
1 can (3 ounces) chow mein noodles

Steps:

  • Cut bacon strips in half widthwise. In a large skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until partially cooked but not crisp. Remove to paper towels to drain., Wrap a bacon piece around each scallop; secure with toothpicks. Place on a greased baking sheet. Drizzle with oil; sprinkle with salt and pepper. Broil 6 in. from the heat for 4-5 minutes on each side or until scallops are firm and opaque., In a small bowl, combine the mayonnaise, chili sauce and juice. Remove toothpicks from scallops. Top each with a slice of water chestnut; drizzle with mayonnaise mixture. Sprinkle with chow mein noodles.

Nutrition Facts :

NATHAN GALVEZ
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Overall, I thought this was a great recipe. The scallops were cooked perfectly and the bacon added a nice smoky flavor.


Sharati Gujjar
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I love the flavor of the scallops and the bacon, but I thought the dish was a little too salty for my taste.


Krishna Bartaula
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This recipe is easy to follow and the results are amazing. I will definitely be making this again.


Christine Matleke
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I would recommend serving this dish with a side of rice or vegetables.


Rich Swinson
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This dish is a little pricey, but it's worth it for a special occasion.


Siyam 2007
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I'm not a big fan of scallops, but I really enjoyed this recipe. The bacon and the sauce really brought out the flavor of the scallops.


Arabel Jimenez
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I would definitely make this dish again. It's a keeper!


Charles Yuri
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This dish is perfect for a special occasion. It's elegant and delicious.


Donnie Tucker
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I've been wanting to try this recipe for a while now and I'm so glad I finally did. The scallops were cooked perfectly and the bacon added a nice crispy texture.


Simphiwe Nzimande
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I made this dish for my family and they all loved it! Even my picky kids ate it all up.


Sherene Codrington
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This recipe was a disaster! The scallops were tough and the bacon was burnt. I would not recommend this recipe to anyone.


Md Fakor Uddin
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I thought the scallops were a bit bland. I would add some more seasoning next time.


yosamscameron byaruhanga
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These scallops were a little overcooked for my taste, but the flavor was still good.


Yvng S3UCE
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I love the combination of salty bacon and sweet scallops. This dish is also very easy to make, which is a bonus.


Hani Hun
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The scallops are cooked perfectly and the bacon adds a nice smoky flavor.


Rebecca Patro Mcgrenera
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These bacon-wrapped scallops were a hit at my last dinner party! They were easy to make and everyone loved them.