Best 5 Crispy Oven Fried Scallops Recipes

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Crispy oven fried scallops are a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for any occasion. Whether you're looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal or a special dish for a dinner party, these scallops are sure to please everyone at the table. With their crispy breading and tender, juicy interior, these scallops are sure to become a new family favorite.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

BREADED AND FRIED SCALLOPS



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I love scallops, and I wanted to try them fried but had limited ingredients. This was super easy and delicious. I started to make it all the time.

Provided by amberrlp

Categories     Seafood     Shellfish     Scallops

Time 10m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 cup Italian-season bread crumbs, or more to taste
salt and ground black pepper to taste
1 egg
½ cup bay scallops, or more to taste
2 tablespoons butter
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 ½ teaspoons lemon juice

Steps:

  • Mix bread crumbs, salt, and pepper in a resealable plastic bag.
  • Whisk egg lightly in a bowl. Dip scallops in egg; place in the bread crumb mixture in the bag. Seal bag and shake until scallops are coated with bread crumbs.
  • Bring butter, olive oil, and lemon juice to a simmer in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add breaded scallops; cook, shaking skillet occasionally, until browned, 6 to 7 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 487.3 calories, Carbohydrate 43.1 g, Cholesterol 146.4 mg, Fat 24 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 25 g, SaturatedFat 8.9 g, Sodium 1212.7 mg, Sugar 2.3 g

EASY FRIED SCALLOPS



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I experimented with some ways to cook scallops one night with my family. This was everyone's favorite and it has become a regular dish at our family fry nights. If serving as a main dish, make twice as many servings as people (about 8 scallops per person).

Provided by MBeau

Categories     Seafood     Shellfish     Scallops

Time 19m

Yield 3

Number Of Ingredients 6

vegetable oil for frying
2 cups buttermilk
2 cups all-purpose flour
½ tablespoon salt
½ tablespoon ground black pepper
12 large fresh scallops

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a deep-fryer or large saucepan to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  • Pour buttermilk into a bowl. Combine flour, salt, and pepper in a separate bowl.
  • Immerse 4 or 5 scallops in the bowl of buttermilk. Transfer to the flour mixture; roll around until thickly coated.
  • Lower scallops gently into the hot oil. Cook until golden and crispy, 3 to 4 minutes. Drain on a plate lined with paper towels. Repeat with remaining scallops.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 769.1 calories, Carbohydrate 84.7 g, Cholesterol 82.6 mg, Fat 30.6 g, Fiber 2.7 g, Protein 36.7 g, SaturatedFat 6.2 g, Sodium 1914.8 mg, Sugar 8.1 g

OVEN FRIED SCALLOPS



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This is a good way to enjoy "fried" scallops without all of the added fat from deep frying. This recipe is from a cookbook published in 1979 by the Cape Cod National Seashore Women's Club.

Provided by Dan-Amer 1

Categories     < 60 Mins

Time 35m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 lb scallops, wiped dry
1 egg
2 tablespoons water
salt & pepper
3/4 cup fine breadcrumbs
1/2 cup melted butter

Steps:

  • Season the dried scallops with salt & pepper. Beat together the egg and the water.
  • Dip the scallops in the egg-water mixture, then roll them in the bread crumbs, then dip the BOTTOMS of these into the melted butter.
  • Place the scallops buttered sides down on a baking sheet and bake in a preheated 450 degree F oven for 20 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 401.9, Fat 26.2, SaturatedFat 15.3, Cholesterol 151.4, Sodium 512.4, Carbohydrate 17.4, Fiber 0.9, Sugar 1.4, Protein 23.6

CRISPY OVEN-FRIED SCALLOPS



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Categories     Shellfish     Spring     Summer

Yield 2 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/2 cup (1 stick) melted unsalted butter
1/2 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1/4 teaspoon finely grated lemon zest
1/4 teaspoon finely minced fresh lemon thyme
3/4 cups moderately fine soft white bread crumbs
2 tablespoons each freshly grated Parmigiano Reggiano
parsley
1 medium garlic clove, smashed and skin removed
2/3 pounds fresh sea scallops, each about 2 inches across, drained and patted dry on paper toweling
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Melt the butter and mix with the fresh lemon juice, finely grated lemon zest, and finely minced fresh lemon thyme. For the breading, mix soft white bread crumbs with the grated Parmigiano Reggiano and Italian parsley. Preheat oven to 375°F. Place melted butter in small bowl and breading in pie pan. Drop garlic into butter and allow to stand 10 minutes; remove garlic and discard. Sprinkle scallops with salt and pepper, dip into melted butter, then Breading, patting it on thickly. Arrange scallops in shallow baking pan large enough to accommodate them in one layer and drizzle remaining butter on top, taking care not to dislodge Breading. Slide onto middle oven shelf and bake uncovered, basting several times with pan drippings, 15 to 20 minutes until lightly browned. Serve hot with a green vegetable- broccoli florets, perhaps, or asparagus - or if you prefer, with a tartly dressed salad of mixed greens.

LOW FAT OVEN-FRIED SCALLOPS



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Make and share this Low Fat Oven-Fried Scallops recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Merlot

Categories     European

Time 20m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 lb fresh scallops
6 tablespoons fat free egg substitute
1/2 cup Italian seasoned breadcrumbs
olive oil flavored cooking spray
2 tablespoons finely chopped parsley
4 lemon wedges

Steps:

  • Rinse the scallops & pat dry.
  • Set aside.
  • Place the egg substitute in a shallow dish.
  • Place bread crumbs in another shallow dish.
  • Dip scallops in the egg substitute and then roll them in the bread crumbs.
  • Coat a 9 x 13 inch pan with the olive oil cooking spray and arrange the scallops in a single layer in the pan.
  • Spray the tops lightly with the spray.
  • Bake at 500 degrees F for about 8-10 minutes or until the scallops turn opaque and nicely browned.
  • Remove pan from oven and sprinkle with parsley.
  • Squeeze the lemon over the scallops and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 149.4, Fat 1.4, SaturatedFat 0.4, Cholesterol 27.4, Sodium 755.5, Carbohydrate 15.1, Fiber 1, Sugar 1.5, Protein 18.2

Tips:

  • To ensure crispy scallops, pat them dry with paper towels before coating them in the breadcrumb mixture.
  • For a golden brown crust, use a combination of panko breadcrumbs and grated Parmesan cheese in the coating.
  • Add a teaspoon of dried thyme or oregano to the breadcrumb mixture for a savory flavor.
  • To prevent the scallops from sticking to the baking sheet, line it with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
  • Bake the scallops in a single layer to ensure even cooking.
  • Serve the scallops immediately with your favorite dipping sauce, such as tartar sauce, cocktail sauce, or lemon wedges.

Conclusion:

Crispy Oven-Fried Scallops are a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed as an appetizer or main course. With their crispy coating and tender, juicy interior, these scallops are sure to be a hit at your next gathering. Whether you serve them with a dipping sauce or simply sprinkle them with lemon juice, these scallops are a culinary delight that will satisfy your cravings for seafood.

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