Best 8 Bacon Wrapped Scallops With Pear Sauce Recipes

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Bacon-wrapped scallops with pear sauce is a decadent and flavorful dish that is perfect for a special occasion or a romantic dinner. The sweet and savory flavors of the bacon and scallops are perfectly complemented by the rich and creamy pear sauce. This dish is sure to impress your guests and leave them wanting more.

Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!

BACON WRAPPED SCALLOPS WITH SPICY MAYO



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Provided by Tyler Florence

Categories     appetizer

Time 35m

Yield about 20 to 25 appetizers

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 1/2 pound large scallops
1/2 pound thin-sliced bacon
Extra-virgin olive oil
Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 cup good quality mayonnaise
1/4 cup hot chili paste (recommended: Sriracha Hot Chili Paste)
1 lime, juiced
2 tablespoons chopped cilantro, plus more for garnish
2 heads Bibb lettuce, washed
3 avocados, sliced

Steps:

  • Heat the broiler. Wrap each scallop in a piece of bacon and secure it with a toothpick. Place the bacon wrapped scallops onto a baking sheet, drizzle them with olive oil, and season them with salt and pepper. Cook them under the broiler for about 10 to 15 minutes until the bacon is cooked through, turning once.
  • Make the spicy mayo by combining the mayonnaise, chili paste, lime juice, and chopped cilantro. Stir well and refrigerate until ready to use.
  • To serve, carefully peel away the lettuce leaves and line a large platter with the lettuce cups. Top each with a bacon wrapped scallop, 2 slices of avocado, and a spoonful of spicy mayonnaise. Garnish with cilantro leaves.

SCALLOPS WRAPPED IN BACON



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     appetizer

Time 35m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

12 slices applewood smoked bacon or other thick-cut bacon
12 (U-10 size) sea scallops
2 tablespoons Essence, recipe follows
1/2 teaspoon salt
12 (6-inch) bamboo skewers, soaked in warm water for about 30 minutes
Freshly ground black pepper
2 tablespoons unsalted butter, at room temperature
2 1/2 tablespoons paprika
2 tablespoons salt
2 tablespoons garlic powder
1 tablespoon black pepper
1 tablespoon onion powder
1 tablespoon cayenne pepper
1 tablespoon dried oregano
1 tablespoon dried thyme

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • Place the bacon strips on the parchment paper and bake until just beginning to get golden around the edges but still very pliable, 12 to 15 minutes. Remove from the oven and set aside until cool enough to handle.
  • Preheat a grill to medium-high heat.
  • Season the scallops on all sides with the Essence and salt. Wrap each scallop in 1 piece of the bacon, securing it through the center with a bamboo skewer. Repeat with the remaining scallops.
  • When the grill is hot, brush the grates lightly with oil, then place the scallops on the grill and cook, turning frequently, until just cooked through about 7 minutes total. Transfer to a platter and sprinkle with freshly ground black pepper to taste. Garnish each scallop with a dab of the butter and serve immediately.
  • Recipe from "New New Orleans Cooking", by Emeril Lagasse and Jessie Tirsch
  • Published by William Morrow, 1993.
  • Combine all ingredients thoroughly.

BACON-WRAPPED SCALLOPS



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I found this recipe on another website and tweaked it to suit my family's tastes. We really enjoyed this recipe and hope you will too!

Provided by Dreamgoddess

Categories     < 60 Mins

Time 33m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

12 pieces bacon
24 scallops, rinsed and patted dry
1 teaspoon Old Bay Seasoning, to taste
1 teaspoon creole seasoning, to taste
1 cup ketchup
1/3 cup packed light brown sugar
1/2 cup white vinegar

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 425 degrees.
  • If you prefer, the bacon can be pre-cooked for a couple of minutes in the microwave to insure it will be crispy by the time the scallops are done.
  • Do not overcook the scallops as they will be rubbery.
  • Cut each piece of bacon in half to make 24 pieces.
  • Roll a piece of bacon around each scallop and secure on wooden skewers.
  • Place scallops on a rimmed baking sheet.
  • Sprinkle with Old Bay and creole seasoning.
  • Both seasonings contain salt, so don't overdo it!
  • Amounts listed are what I used.
  • Bake at 425 degrees for 15-18 minutes, or until the scallops are done.
  • The bacon should be crispy.
  • While the scallops are cooking, combine the ketchup, brown sugar and vinegar in a saucepan to make the dipping sauce.
  • Mix well and cook until the sugar is dissolved.
  • Serve the scallops with the dipping sauce.

MARINATED SCALLOPS WRAPPED IN BACON



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This sweet and salty, melt-in-your-mouth appetizer is sure to please anyone!

Provided by Gabsmom

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Pork     Bacon     Appetizers

Time 1h33m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 7

¾ cup maple syrup
¼ cup low sodium soy sauce
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
12 large sea scallops, halved
12 slices smoked bacon, halved
24 toothpicks
2 tablespoons brown sugar

Steps:

  • Stir together maple syrup, soy sauce, and Dijon mustard in a bowl until smooth. Add the scallops, and toss to coat. Cover bowl with plastic wrap, and marinate at least one hour.
  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Line a rimmed baking sheet with a sheet of aluminum foil.
  • Arrange bacon pieces on baking sheet so they do not overlap. Bake in preheated oven until some of the grease has rendered out of the bacon; the bacon should still be very soft and pliable, about 8 minutes. Remove bacon from the baking sheet and pat with paper towels to remove excess grease. Drain or wipe grease from the baking sheet.
  • Wrap each scallop piece with a piece of bacon, and secure with a toothpick. Place onto baking sheet. Sprinkle the scallops with brown sugar.
  • Bake in preheated oven until the scallops are opaque and the bacon is crisp, 10 to 15 minutes, turning once.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 83.1 calories, Carbohydrate 9.1 g, Cholesterol 17.2 mg, Fat 2.1 g, Protein 6.9 g, SaturatedFat 0.6 g, Sodium 269.7 mg, Sugar 7 g

BACON-WRAPPED SCALLOPS WITH PEAR SAUCE



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I enjoy cooking for my parents, and my bacon-wrapped scallops recipe is one of their favorites. If you prefer, replace the pear preserves with preserves or jam of a different flavor. -Ethan Hall, King, North Carolina

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 35m

Yield 1 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 9

12 bacon strips
3/4 cup pear preserves
2 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce
1 tablespoon brown sugar
1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
12 sea scallops (about 3/4 pound)
1 teaspoon olive oil
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Place bacon in an ungreased 15x10x1-in. baking pan. Bake at 375° for 7-10 minutes or until partially cooked but not crisp. Remove to paper towels to drain; keep warm., Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, combine the preserves, soy sauce, brown sugar and pepper flakes. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 3-5 minutes or until thickened., Wrap a bacon strip around each scallop; secure with toothpicks. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. In a large skillet, cook bacon-wrapped scallops in oil over medium-high heat for 5-7 minutes or until scallops are firm and opaque, turning once. Serve with pear sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 400 calories, Fat 6g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 121mg cholesterol, Sodium 819mg sodium, Carbohydrate 21g carbohydrate (11g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 60g protein.

BACON WRAPPED SEA SCALLOPS SERVED ON CREAMY BRIE SAUCE



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Heaven on a plate. Can be an entree or serve one scallop per person for an appetizer. This comes together very quickly for an elegant meal.

Provided by Vicki in CT

Categories     Pork

Time 15m

Yield 8 scallops, 3-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

8 slices bacon, partially cooked (reserve 1/2 teaspoon of bacon drippings)
8 sea scallops
seasoned bread crumbs
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon butter
1/2 teaspoon reserved bacon drippings
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon butter
1/4 cup onion, diced fine
2 tablespoons flour
1 1/4 cups skim milk
6 ounces brie cheese, crumbled
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Wrap each scallop with piece of partially cooked bacon. Secure with toothpicks.
  • For sauce, in medium skillet heat oil, butter, and bacon drippings to medium and saute onion for about 3 minutes until tender. Stir in flour. Heat while stirring for about 2 minutes to make roux. Pour in milk and heat until thickened, about 3-5 minutes. Reduce heat. Stir in brie and cook until melted through stirring often. Season to taste.
  • Meanwhile for scallops, heat oil and butter in large flat skillet over medium heat.
  • Dip each bacon wrapped scallop in bread crumbs to cover top and bottom. Press to make stick if needed.
  • Place scallops in heated skillet and brown about 1-2 minutes per side. Place lid on skillet and reduce heat to medium low and cook about five more minutes.
  • Pour some sauce on bottom of plate. Top with cooked scallops. Garnish with paprika or chopped chives.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 721.9, Fat 60.9, SaturatedFat 25.5, Cholesterol 134.1, Sodium 1041.3, Carbohydrate 12.6, Fiber 0.3, Sugar 0.8, Protein 30.3

BACON-WRAPPED SCALLOPS WITH CREAM SAUCE



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Although the rich seafood tidbits look complicated, they're actually easy to assemble and cook. The dipping sauce, with its hints of mustard and maple syrup, complements the scallops nicely. It's a unique appetizer.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 45m

Yield 10 appetizers.

Number Of Ingredients 6

10 bacon strips
10 large sea scallops
1 cup heavy whipping cream
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
2 tablespoons maple syrup
1/8 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Place bacon in an ungreased 15x10x1-in. baking pan. Bake at 350° for 7-10 minutes or until partially cooked and lightly browned. Drain on paper towels. , Wrap each strip of bacon around a scallop; secure with toothpicks. In a saucepan, bring cream to a boil. Reduce heat; about 8 minutes. Stir in the mustard, syrup and salt. Bring to a boil and boil for 2 minutes. , Meanwhile, place the scallops on a greased baking sheet. Bake at 400° for 8-12 minutes or until firm and opaque. Serve with the cream sauce.

Nutrition Facts :

SCALLOPS WRAPPED IN BACON WITH GARLIC SAUCE



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Make the evening special with our Scallops Wrapped in Bacon with Garlic Sauce. These scallops wrapped in bacon are topped with a spicy garlic sauce.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Home

Time 1h15m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

3 Tbsp. fresh lime juice
1 tsp. dill weed
1 tsp. pepper
1 tsp. olive oil
5 cloves garlic, minced, divided
18 large sea scallops (1-1/2 lb.), cleaned
9 slices OSCAR MAYER Bacon, cut in half
2 large onions, thinly sliced
1 tub (8 oz.) PHILADELPHIA Cream Cheese Spread
1 tsp. paprika
1 Tbsp. hot pepper sauce
2 Tbsp. milk

Steps:

  • Mix lime juice, dill weed, pepper, oil and 1 Tbsp. garlic until blended. Pour over scallops in shallow glass dish; stir gently to evenly coat scallops with lime juice mixture. Refrigerate 30 min.
  • Heat grill to medium heat. Wrap 1 bacon piece around each scallop; secure with wooden toothpick.
  • Cook onions in large skillet on medium heat 20 min. or until caramelized. Meanwhile grill scallops 15 min. or until scallops are opaque and bacon is crisp, turning frequently. Remove and discard toothpicks.
  • Cook and stir cream cheese spread, remaining garlic, paprika, milk and hot pepper sauce in saucepan on medium heat 3 to 5 min. or until heated through.
  • Spoon onions onto platter; top with scallops and cream cheese sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 220, Fat 15 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 45 mg, Sodium 610 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 12 g

Tips:

  • Use large scallops: They will hold up better to being wrapped in bacon and cooked.
  • Wrap the scallops tightly in bacon: This will help to keep them moist and prevent them from falling apart.
  • Cook the scallops over medium-high heat: This will help to sear the bacon and cook the scallops through without overcooking them.
  • Make the pear sauce ahead of time: This will give the flavors time to meld and develop.
  • Serve the scallops immediately: They are best when served hot and fresh out of the pan.

Conclusion:

Bacon-wrapped scallops with pear sauce is an elegant and delicious dish that is perfect for a special occasion. The scallops are cooked to perfection and the pear sauce adds a touch of sweetness and acidity that complements the bacon and scallops perfectly. This dish is sure to impress your guests and is a great way to enjoy scallops.

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