Description
Succulent garlic butter baked scallops emerge as a seafood lover’s dream, melding rich ocean flavors with aromatic herb-infused butter. Delicate marine treasures promise a luxurious dining experience that transports you straight to coastal culinary bliss.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 pound (454 grams) large sea scallops
- 1/4 cup (30 grams) breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup (25 grams) grated Parmesan cheese
Butter and Seasoning:
- 4 tablespoons (56 grams) unsalted butter, melted
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon (15 milliliters) lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Garnish:
- 2 tablespoons (8 grams) fresh parsley, chopped
- Lemon wedges for serving
Instructions
- Prepare the oven at 400F (200C) and lightly coat a baking dish with cooking spray or butter to prevent sticking.
- Create a fragrant garlic butter sauce by whisking together melted butter, finely chopped garlic, fresh lemon juice, salt, and ground black pepper in a mixing bowl.
- Carefully position the scallops in a single, even layer across the prepared baking dish, ensuring they are not overcrowded.
- Drizzle the aromatic garlic butter mixture uniformly over the scallops, allowing the sauce to coat each piece completely.
- Craft a crispy topping by blending breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, and finely chopped fresh parsley in a separate bowl.
- Generously sprinkle the herbed breadcrumb mixture across the scallops, creating a golden, crunchy layer.
- Transfer the baking dish to the preheated oven and bake for 12-15 minutes, monitoring until the scallops turn opaque and the breadcrumb topping achieves a beautiful golden-brown color.
- Remove from the oven and serve immediately, garnishing with fresh lemon wedges for an extra burst of citrus flavor.
Notes
- Pat scallops dry with paper towels to ensure a perfect golden crust and prevent excess moisture during baking.
- Use fresh, high-quality sea scallops for the best flavor and texture, avoiding frozen or previously thawed options if possible.
- Adjust cooking time carefully to prevent overcooking, which can make scallops tough and rubbery – they should be just opaque and slightly translucent in the center.
- For a gluten-free version, replace breadcrumbs with almond meal or crushed gluten-free crackers to maintain the crispy topping.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12-15 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 249 kcal
- Sugar: 0.4 g
- Sodium: 282 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 7 g
- Fiber: 0.5 g
- Protein: 20 g
- Cholesterol: 85 mg