Best 9 Scallop Skewers Recipes

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Scallop skewers are a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer or main course. They can be grilled, baked, or pan-fried, and can be served with a variety of dipping sauces. Scallops are a good source of protein, iron, and omega-3 fatty acids, making them a healthy and flavorful choice. With just a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create a delicious and impressive dish that is sure to please your family and friends.

Here are our top 9 tried and tested recipes!

PAN SEARED SHRIMP AND SCALLOP SKEWERS



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Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

8 (6 to 8-inch) bamboo skewers
16 jumbo deveined, peeled shrimp
16 sea scallops
Salt and pepper
1 teaspoon sweet paprika, 1/3 palmful
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes, eyeball it
1 lemon zested and juiced
2 tablespoons chopped flat leaf parsley, a handful
1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil, 1 turn of the pan

Steps:

  • Preheat a large nonstick skillet over medium high to high heat.
  • On bamboo skewers, thread 4 shrimp on 4 skewers, 4 scallops on each of 4 skewers. Season both shrimp and scallop skewers with salt and pepper on both sides. Combine paprika, crushed pepper, lemon zest and parsley in a small dish. Sprinkle combined herbs and spices over shrimp and rub. Add a 1/2 a turn of the pan of extra virgin olive oil, (1 1/2 teaspoons), to the hot skillet and sear the shrimps 3 minutes on each side or until curled and pink. Squeeze the juice of 1/2 lemon over the pan and remove to a warm platter. Return pan to the heat and add remaining oil. Cook scallops 3 to 4 minutes on each side or until caramel in color. Squeeze the juice of 1/2 lemon over the pan and transfer skewers to serving platter along side shrimp.

SPICY SHRIMP 'N' SCALLOP SKEWERS



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We serve these skewers with some grilled steaks and a garden salad. I'm hungry just thinking about it! -Traci Wynne, Denver, Pennsylvania

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 tablespoons butter
1/2 teaspoon chili powder
1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
1/8 teaspoon dried thyme
1/8 teaspoon each white pepper, cayenne pepper and black pepper
18 uncooked large shrimp (about 3/4 pound)
12 sea scallops (1-1/2 pounds)

Steps:

  • In a small saucepan, melt butter. Stir in seasonings; set aside and keep warm. Peel and devein shrimp, leaving tails on. On six metal or soaked wooden skewers, alternately thread shrimp and scallops., Using long-handled tongs, moisten a paper towel with cooking oil and lightly coat the grill rack. Grill seafood, covered, over medium heat or broil 4 in. from the heat for 3-5 minutes on each side or until shrimp turn pink and scallops are firm and opaque, basting occasionally with butter mixture.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 176 calories, Fat 5g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 128mg cholesterol, Sodium 316mg sodium, Carbohydrate 3g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 28g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

GRILLED SEA SCALLOP SKEWERS WITH CREAMY HOT PEPPER AND GARLIC VINAIGRETTE WITH TOASTED BREADCRUMBS



Grilled Sea Scallop Skewers with Creamy Hot Pepper and Garlic Vinaigrette with Toasted Breadcrumbs image

Provided by Bobby Flay

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

1/2 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup hot cherry peppers, chopped
3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
3 tablespoons finely chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
4 tablespoons olive oil, divided
2 teaspoons finely chopped fresh thyme
3 cloves garlic, finely chopped
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
4 slices good white bread, crusts removed and finely processed
1 teaspoon finely grated lemon zest
16 to 20 large sea scallops, patted dry
Special equipment: 6-inch wooden skewers, soaked in water

Steps:

  • Put the mayonnaise, cherry peppers, vinegar, 2 tablespoons parsley, mustard, lemon juice, 2 tablespoons olive oil, thyme and garlic in a blender. Season with salt and pepper and puree until fairly smooth. Set aside.
  • Heat the remaining 2 tablespoons oil in a medium saute pan over high heat. Add the breadcrumbs and cook until lightly golden brown. Remove from the heat and stir in the remaining 1 tablespoon parsley and the lemon zest. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Preheat the grill for high heat direct grilling.
  • Skewer 2 or 3 scallops onto 2 skewers so that the scallops lay flat. Brush both sides with oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Grill the scallops until well caramelized on one side, about 3 minutes. Flip and cook another 30 seconds or so. Remove to a platter, drizzle with the vinaigrette and sprinkle with the breadcrumbs.

SCALLOP SKEWERS



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Provided by Food Network

Yield 30 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 cloves garlic, peeled and minced
2-inch finger of fresh ginger, peeled and minced
1/2-cup rice wine vinegar
1/4-cup soy sauce
1/4-cup light miso
15 clean scallions cut into 2-inch lengths, using only the pale green and white sections of the onion
15 clean scallions cut into 2-inch lengths, using only the pale green and white sections of the onion
About a pound of sea or bay scallops

Steps:

  • In small bowl, mix first five ingredients to make sauce. Assemble skewers by placing one scallop (or two-three bay scallops) and one piece of scallion on each skewer. (These skewers can be prepped a day ahead and kept chilled in the fridge, then grilled a few hours before party time and kept warm until serving.)
  • Brush with ginger soy sauce and cook about two minutes per side or until just opaque. Be careful not to overcook scallops or they'll get a rubbery texture. Continue to brush with sauce throughout cooking.

GRILLED SCALLOP SKEWERS



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You'll want to make several of these grilled scallop kabobs to serve with grilled vegetables!

Provided by Jenifer

Categories     Seafood     Shellfish     Scallops

Time 2h15m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 cup olive oil
2 tablespoons ketchup
2 tablespoons chopped fresh oregano
2 limes, zested and juiced
1 pinch salt-free grilling seasoning (such as Mrs. Dash®), or to taste
salt to taste
2 pounds sea scallops

Steps:

  • Combine oil, ketchup, oregano, lime zest and juice, grilling seasoning, and salt in a zip-top bag; mix well. Add scallops and refrigerate for 2 hours.
  • Preheat an outdoor grill for medium-high heat and lightly oil the grate. Thread scallops onto skewers.
  • Cook scallops on the preheated grill until opaque, 2 to 3 minutes per side.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 367 calories, Carbohydrate 5.5 g, Cholesterol 35.5 mg, Fat 30.6 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 18.3 g, SaturatedFat 4.3 g, Sodium 295.2 mg, Sugar 1.1 g

GRILLED SCALLOP AND ORANGE SKEWERS



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Prepare half the skewers with fresh bay leaves and half with thyme.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Appetizers     Finger Food Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 pounds large sea scallops, rinsed
1/4 cup fresh orange juice
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 large bunch fresh thyme
5 small oranges, cut into eighths
20 fresh bay leaves

Steps:

  • Remove small muscle from sides of scallops, and discard. Combine juices, oil, and salt and pepper to taste. Crush a few sprigs of thyme, and add to marinade. Stir in scallops. Marinate in the refrigerator for 1 to 3 hours.
  • Heat a grill or grill pan to medium hot, and place grid 4 inches above coals. Double-skewer scallops, alternating with orange sections. Tuck a sprig of thyme or skewer a bay leaf between each scallop and orange. Lay skewers in a pan, and pour remaining marinade over them.
  • Grill for 2 to 3 minutes on each side, until scallops are opaque and lightly charred. Serve immediately.

INDIAN STYLE SHRIMP AND SCALLOP SKEWERS



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Another tast BBQ recipe from Womans Day. This is so refreshing and tasty. I love it served with pilaf and grilled pitas. Prep time includes marinade time.

Provided by Michelle S.

Categories     Very Low Carbs

Time 3h6m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/3 cup olive oil
1/4 cup chopped cilantro
1 tablespoon minced garlic
2 1/2 teaspoons ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
1/4 teaspoon turmeric
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon cayenne
1 lb medium shrimp, peeled,deveined,tails left on
1 lb large scallop, rinsed,tough muscle at sides removed
6 skewers, 10 to 12 inch (if bamboo soak in water minimum 1 hour)

Steps:

  • Whisk oil and spices in a large bowl until blended.
  • Add shrimp and scallops and toss gently to coat.
  • Cover and refrigerate 2 to 3 hours to let seafood absorb marinade flavors.
  • Thread shrimp and scallops on seperate skewers.
  • Oil grill rack and place it 4 to 6 inches above hot coals.
  • Grill skewers 2 to 3 minutes per side until seafood is lightly browned and just barely opaque in the center.

SCALLOP, PINEAPPLE, AND BACON SKEWERS WITH JALAPENO VINAIGRETTE



SCALLOP, PINEAPPLE, AND BACON SKEWERS WITH JALAPENO VINAIGRETTE image

Categories     Fruit     Shellfish     Vegetable     Cocktail Party     Quick & Easy     Backyard BBQ     Dinner     Tailgating     Healthy

Yield 4 Servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

4 slices bacon
16 sea scallops
16 cubes (1 1/2") fresh pineapple
2 fresh jalapenos
1/4 C extra virgin olive oil
2 tbsp fresh lime juice
1 tbsp honey
1/2 C chopped cilantro
1/2 C chopped flat-leaf parsley
2 lg scallion greens, chopped
2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
8 oz rice noodles
1 lime, cut into 4 wedges

Steps:

  • 1.Cook bacon in medium skillet over medium heat, turning, until cooked but not crisp, about 3 minutes. Cut crosswise into 1 1/2" pieces. 2.Prepare lightly oiled grill for medium heat. Alternately thread pineapple, scallops, and bacon onto 8 metal or (soaked) bamboo skewers (8"-10"). 3.Grill jalapenos, turning, until charred and tender, about 3 minutes. Remove seeds and stems and coarsely chop. Transfer to blender with oil, lime juice, honey, cilantro, parsley, scallion greens, and garlic. Pulse until just combined for vinaigrette. (Makes about 3/4 cup.) 4.Coat skewers with cooking spray and grill, turning, until golden and scallops are cooked through, 5 minutes. 5.Prepare noodles per package directions while skewers cook. 6.Drain noodles and immediately toss with 1/4 cup of the vinaigrette. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Divide among 4 serving plates and top with skewers. Drizzle with some of remaining vinaigrette and serve with lime wedges.

SCALLOP-VEGGIE SKEWERS



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Make and share this Scallop-Veggie Skewers recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Diane C 2

Categories     Onions

Time 35m

Yield 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

8 (12 inch) wooden skewers
1/4 cup olive oil
3 tablespoons lemon juice
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
1/2 teaspoon fennel seed
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 lb large scallop, drained
1 zucchini, cut into 1/2-inch-thick slices
1 medium red onion, cut into 1-inch pieces
lemon wedge

Steps:

  • Soak 8 wooden skewers in warm water 30 minutes. Drain.
  • Combine olive oil and next 5 ingredients in a small bowl.
  • Place scallops, zucchini, and onion in a large zip-top freezer bag. Add lemon juice mixture; seal bag, and marinate in refrigerator 20 minutes.
  • Remove scallops and vegetables from marinade, discarding marinade. Thread scallops and zucchini 1/4-inch apart onto 3 skewers. Thread onion 1/4-inch apart onto remaining 3 skewers.
  • Grill onion, covered with grill lid, over medium-high heat (350 to 400 F) 5 minutes; add scallops. Grill, covered with grill lid, 15 additional minutes, turning once. Serve scallops and vegetables with lemon wedges.

Tips:

  • Choose fresh, high-quality scallops. Look for scallops that are plump, firm, and have a slightly sweet smell. Avoid scallops that are slimy or have a fishy odor.
  • Soak the scallops in milk for 30 minutes before cooking. This will help to tenderize the scallops and prevent them from becoming tough.
  • Season the scallops simply with salt and pepper. You can also add other spices or herbs, such as garlic powder, onion powder, or paprika.
  • Cook the scallops over medium-high heat for 2-3 minutes per side. Do not overcook the scallops, or they will become tough.
  • Serve the scallops immediately with your favorite dipping sauce. Some popular dipping sauces for scallops include lemon butter sauce, tartar sauce, and cocktail sauce.

Conclusion:

Scallop skewers are a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer or main course. By following these tips, you can cook perfect scallops every time. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy seafood dish, give scallop skewers a try!

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