Best 6 Sea Scallops Baked Recipes

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For a delightful and easy-to-make seafood dish that's sure to impress, look no further than baked sea scallops. These succulent morsels of the sea are a versatile ingredient that can be prepared in a variety of ways, but baking brings out their natural sweetness and umami flavor. With just a few simple ingredients and minimal effort, you can create a restaurant-quality meal that will have your taste buds singing. Whether you're a seasoned chef or a beginner in the kitchen, this guide will provide you with all the essential information and tips you need to create the perfect baked sea scallop dish.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

AWESOME BAKED SEA SCALLOPS



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Large sea scallops are combined with garlic, shallots, butter, and bread crumbs then baked to perfection. Being from Maine, we love our seafood, and this is one of the greats!

Provided by Christine Laliberte

Categories     Seafood     Shellfish     Scallops

Time 24m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 10

16 sea scallops, rinsed and drained
5 tablespoons butter, melted
5 cloves garlic, minced
2 shallots, chopped
3 pinches ground nutmeg
salt and pepper to taste
1 cup bread crumbs
4 tablespoons olive oil
¼ cup chopped parsley
1 lemon wedges for garnish

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C).
  • Place scallops, melted butter, garlic, and shallots in a bowl. Season with nutmeg, salt, and pepper. Stir gently to combine. Transfer to a casserole dish.
  • In a separate bowl, combine bread crumbs and olive oil. Sprinkle on top of scallops.
  • Bake in preheated oven until crumbs are brown and scallops are done, about 11 to 14 minutes. Top with parsley, and serve with lemon wedges on the side.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 440.3 calories, Carbohydrate 29.8 g, Cholesterol 58 mg, Fat 30.2 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 15.2 g, SaturatedFat 11.6 g, Sodium 442.2 mg, Sugar 2.8 g

BAKED BACON WRAPPED SEA SCALLOPS



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Make and share this Baked Bacon Wrapped Sea Scallops recipe from Food.com.

Provided by rocket_j_dawg

Categories     Very Low Carbs

Time 56m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 1/2 lbs sea scallops
1/3 lb bacon, cut slices in half
1/4 lb butter, melted
1/2 cup dry white wine
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon seasoned salt

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Melt butter and wine together, when melted add paprika, seasoned salt, and lemon juice. Drop scallops into melted wine and butter sauce. Allow scallops to marinade for about 30 minutes. Wrap each scallop with half piece of bacon, and fasten bacon with a toothpick. Place wrapped scallops onto a baking sheet, and bake in the oven for about 8 minutes, then turn over and bake for another 8 minutes or until the scallops are opaque.

BAKED STUFFED SEA SCALLOPS BY NOREEN



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I love scallops. I usually make this dish for family gatherings, and on Fridays during Lent. I've been making my scallops this way for at least 20 years. My secret is the cracker used. This is a simple buttery Lemony type baked scallop dish. I have even stuffed Lobster Tails with it. It has been enjoyed by my family and...

Provided by Nor Mac

Categories     Seafood

Time 5m

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 lb sea scallops cut if they are huge.
1 3/4-1 sleeve town house crackers only. do not substitute
1 pinch salt
1 pinch black pepper
1 tsp dried parsley ( use fresh if wanted)
1/4 tsp thyme, dried
1/2 tsp paprika
1/2 tsp basil, dried
1/2 a lemon
6 Tbsp butter
1-2 c milk for soaking

Steps:

  • 1. Gather all ingredients. Note: To stuff lobster tails with this mixture. Use small bay scallops instead of sea scallops.
  • 2. Soak scallops in milk for at least a 1/2 hour. This helps sweeten the scallops, and make them more tender. Set oven to 350 degree's
  • 3. Remove scalops from milk. Strain with sieve. Lightly pat dry with paper towel
  • 4. crush crackers in a bowll with hands. Do not pulverize them into crumbs. You want them a tiny bit chunky. Mix cracker crumbs with parsley thyme, basil, paprika, salt and pepper.
  • 5. Place scallops in a bowl . Mix a squeeze of lemon with 1/2 the butter. Pour over scallops and toss.
  • 6. Sprinkle half the cracker crumb mixture on a sheet pan. Bake until turning golden. Sprinkle over the scallops and toss to combine.
  • 7. Toss remaining cracker crumbs with butter and a squeeze of lemon. Sprinkle over the top of the scallops. Place in oven and bake for 20-30 minutes, or until cooked thtough. Turn oven on to broil to make crumbs golden brown on top. Remove from oven and serve.

AWESOME BAKED SEA SCALLOPS RECIPE - (4/5)



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Provided by Flyer920

Number Of Ingredients 10

16 * 16 sea scallops, rinsed and drained
5 * 5 tablespoons butter, melted
5 * 5 cloves garlic, minced
2 * 2 shallots, chopped
3 * 3 pinches ground nutmeg
* salt and pepper to taste
1 * 1 cup bread crumbs
4 * 4 tablespoons olive oil
1/4 * 1/4 cup chopped parsley
* lemon wedges for garnish (optional)

Steps:

  • DIRECTIONS 1. Preheat oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C). 2. Place scallops, melted butter, garlic, and shallots in a bowl. Season with nutmeg, salt, and pepper. Stir gently to combine. Transfer to a casserole dish. 3. In a separate bowl, combine bread crumbs and olive oil. Sprinkle on top of scallops. 4. Bake in preheated oven until crumbs are brown and scallops are done, about 11 to 14 minutes. Top with parsley, and serve with lemon wedges on the side.

BAKED SEA SCALLOPS



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What an easy way to cook scallops! The Hearts of Palm Sauce really added to the taste of this recipe. I can't wait to serve it to my seafood loving friends. This is a very tasty dish to serve on a special occasion.

Provided by Andy Anderson !

Categories     Seafood

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 Tbsp sweet butter, unsalted
1 1/2 lb fresh or frozen sea scallops
1 tsp onion powder
1 tsp paprika, sweet mild
1 tsp oregano, dried
2 clove garlic, minced
1/4 c parmesan cheese, freshly grated
1/4 c panko bread crumbs

Steps:

  • 1. If you want a great sauce that fits this recipe to a tea, then check out my Hearts of Palm sauce recipe... I got it from a German chef who lived on Grand Cayman Island.
  • 2. Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C), and place the rack in the middle position.
  • 3. Melt the butter in a small butter warmer, small saucepan, or you could always nuke it in the microwave. Chef's Note: We all use the microwave for a variety of purposes; however, when you use it to melt butter, slow is the way to go... a low setting for about 3 minutes.
  • 4. Pour the melted butter into a casserole dish; something around two quarts is perfect. Chef's Note: Since you will be using this dish for presentation, if you have something nice... use it.
  • 5. Place the scallops in the dish, and evenly distribute them in rows and columns over the butter.
  • 6. Take the breadcrumbs, onion powder, paprika, oregano, minced garlic and parmesan cheese, and combine in a small mixing bowl. Chef's Note: You best tools for doing this are your hands... that way you can break up any lumps.
  • 7. Sprinkle the mixture evenly over the scallops.
  • 8. Bake until scallops are firm; or until an instant-read thermometer reads 146f (64c) this will take about twenty minutes.
  • 9. How to Tell if a Scallop is Fresh Look: A good scallop will be cream colored or light beige. Scallops that are tinged with pink are too old and should be avoided. Moisture: Good scallops will be relatively dry. Scallops sitting in liquid are past their prime. Avoid Scallops that are sitting in a milky liquid. Smell: Fresh scallops have a slightly sweet aroma. Bad scallops smell like sulfur or ammonia. Touch: A fresh scallop will be firm to the touch. Scallops too old to eat are soft and slimy.
  • 10. Chef's Note: Microwaving a scallop can cause it to explode... I HATE it when that happens.

SEA SCALLOPS, BAKED RECIPE - (4.5/5)



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Provided by á-15956

Number Of Ingredients 9

8 large sea scallops
2 tablespoons melted butter
2 cloves garlic minced
1 shallot chopped
1/4 teaspoon nutmeg freshly grated or a few pinches of ground
salt and pepper to taste
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1/2 cup Panko Italian bread crumbs
Small Handful of chopped flat leave parsley (optional)

Steps:

  • Toss scallops with melted butter, garlic, shallots, nutmeg, salt, and pepper in a medium bowl. Transfer to shallow casserole dish. Combine extra-virgin olive oil and bread crumbs. Scatter bread crumbs over scallops and place in the casserole. Bake 10 - 12 minutes or until bread crumbs are golden and scallops are opaque. Sprinkle with chopped parsley & serve.

Tips:

  • For the best flavor, use fresh sea scallops. Frozen scallops can also be used, but they should be thawed completely before cooking.
  • Make sure to pat the scallops dry before cooking. This will help them to sear properly and prevent them from steaming.
  • Season the scallops generously with salt and pepper. This will help to enhance their natural flavor.
  • Do not overcrowd the scallops in the pan when cooking. This will prevent them from cooking evenly.
  • Sear the scallops for 2-3 minutes per side, or until they are cooked through. The scallops should be slightly browned on the outside and opaque in the center.
  • Serve the scallops immediately with your favorite dipping sauce.

Conclusion:

Baked sea scallops are a delicious and easy-to-make seafood dish. They can be served as an appetizer or main course, and they are perfect for a special occasion or a weeknight meal. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create a restaurant-quality meal that your friends and family will love.

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