Description
A delicious and easy recipe for baked garlic butter scallops that are tender, flavorful, and topped with a crispy crust.
Ingredients
- Fresh sea scallops – Sweet, tender, and delicate in flavor.
- Garlic – Adds bold aroma and depth.
- Butter – Melts into the scallops for rich, savory flavor.
- Breadcrumbs – Create a crisp, golden crust.
- Parmesan cheese – Adds salty umami and browns beautifully.
- Fresh parsley – Brightens up the final dish.
- Salt and pepper – Basic seasoning that lets the scallops shine.
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Set your oven to 400°F (200°C) and lightly grease a small baking dish.
- Prepare the Scallops: Rinse the scallops gently and pat them dry with paper towels. Arrange them in a single layer in the baking dish, spacing them evenly.
- Make the Topping: In a small bowl, stir together melted butter, minced garlic, breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan, and chopped parsley until well combined.
- Season and Top: Sprinkle the scallops with salt and pepper to taste. Spoon the garlic butter topping evenly over each scallop, covering the tops generously.
- Bake Until Golden: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven. Bake for 12–15 minutes, or until the scallops are opaque and the topping is lightly golden.
- Serve Fresh: Remove from oven and garnish with extra parsley if desired.
Notes
- Ensure scallops are fresh for the best flavor.
- You can adjust the amount of garlic according to your taste preference.
- For a spicier kick, add some red pepper flakes to the topping.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Seafood
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 scallops
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 17g
- Cholesterol: 60mg