Indulge in a culinary journey with our tantalizing bacon-wrapped sea scallops, masterfully perched atop a creamy brie sauce. This delectable dish is a harmonious blend of flavors and textures, featuring succulent scallops enveloped in crispy bacon, all resting upon a velvety brie sauce that exudes richness and indulgence. As you delve into this culinary masterpiece, the briny sweetness of the scallops dances on your palate, perfectly complemented by the smoky bacon and the creamy brie sauce. Each bite is an explosion of flavors that will leave you craving more. This article presents a collection of recipes that guide you through the art of creating this dish, offering variations to suit your preferences, including a tantalizing bacon-wrapped sea scallops with a creamy garlic sauce and a delightful bacon-wrapped sea scallops with a zesty lemon butter sauce. Get ready to embark on a culinary adventure that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you yearning for more.
Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!
BACON-WRAPPED SCALLOPS WITH CREAM SAUCE
Although the rich seafood tidbits look complicated, they're actually easy to assemble and cook. The dipping sauce, with its hints of mustard and maple syrup, complements the scallops nicely. It's a unique appetizer.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Appetizers
Time 45m
Yield 10 appetizers.
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Place bacon in an ungreased 15x10x1-in. baking pan. Bake at 350° for 7-10 minutes or until partially cooked and lightly browned. Drain on paper towels. , Wrap each strip of bacon around a scallop; secure with toothpicks. In a saucepan, bring cream to a boil. Reduce heat; about 8 minutes. Stir in the mustard, syrup and salt. Bring to a boil and boil for 2 minutes. , Meanwhile, place the scallops on a greased baking sheet. Bake at 400° for 8-12 minutes or until firm and opaque. Serve with the cream sauce.
Nutrition Facts :
BACON WRAPPED SCALLOPS RECIPE
Bacon Wrapped Scallops are an impressive seafood dish that are surprisingly quick and easy to create. Skip the crowded restaurant this Valentine's Day and make your own gourmet low-carb and keto feast at home!
Provided by London Brazil
Categories Dinner entree main dish
Time 30m
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Cook bacon over medium to medium-low heat in a large skillet for 10-12 minutes. The bacon should be almost cooked through but still pliable.
- Remove the bacon from the skillet and let drain on a paper-towel lined plate.
- Prepare scallops by removing the tough tendons, or side muscles, and patting dry.
- Wrap one piece of bacon around each scallop. Secure the strip of bacon with a toothpick.
- Whisk together butter, garlic, sugar, salt, and pepper in a small bowl.
- In a large, clean skillet over medium to medium-low heat add 1 tablespoon of a high smoke point oil.
- Cook wrapped scallops for 3-4 minutes per side, or until the internal temperature reaches 120 degrees.
- Brush the butter garlic sauce on top during the last 1-2 minutes of cooking.
- Remove scallops from the skillet and let rest for 5 minutes. Once the temperature reaches 130 degrees they are ready to be served.
- Serve scallops with a sprinkle of fresh parsley and lemon wedges. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 352 kcal, Carbohydrate 6 g, Protein 17 g, Fat 28 g, SaturatedFat 10 g, Cholesterol 68 mg, Sodium 831 mg, Sugar 2 g, ServingSize 1 serving
BACON WRAPPED SEA SCALLOPS SERVED ON CREAMY BRIE SAUCE
Heaven on a plate. Can be an entree or serve one scallop per person for an appetizer. This comes together very quickly for an elegant meal.
Provided by Vicki in CT
Categories Pork
Time 15m
Yield 8 scallops, 3-8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Wrap each scallop with piece of partially cooked bacon. Secure with toothpicks.
- For sauce, in medium skillet heat oil, butter, and bacon drippings to medium and saute onion for about 3 minutes until tender. Stir in flour. Heat while stirring for about 2 minutes to make roux. Pour in milk and heat until thickened, about 3-5 minutes. Reduce heat. Stir in brie and cook until melted through stirring often. Season to taste.
- Meanwhile for scallops, heat oil and butter in large flat skillet over medium heat.
- Dip each bacon wrapped scallop in bread crumbs to cover top and bottom. Press to make stick if needed.
- Place scallops in heated skillet and brown about 1-2 minutes per side. Place lid on skillet and reduce heat to medium low and cook about five more minutes.
- Pour some sauce on bottom of plate. Top with cooked scallops. Garnish with paprika or chopped chives.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 721.9, Fat 60.9, SaturatedFat 25.5, Cholesterol 134.1, Sodium 1041.3, Carbohydrate 12.6, Fiber 0.3, Sugar 0.8, Protein 30.3
SCALLOPS WRAPPED IN BACON WITH GARLIC SAUCE
Make the evening special with our Scallops Wrapped in Bacon with Garlic Sauce. These scallops wrapped in bacon are topped with a spicy garlic sauce.
Provided by My Food and Family
Categories Home
Time 1h15m
Yield 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Mix lime juice, dill weed, pepper, oil and 1 Tbsp. garlic until blended. Pour over scallops in shallow glass dish; stir gently to evenly coat scallops with lime juice mixture. Refrigerate 30 min.
- Heat grill to medium heat. Wrap 1 bacon piece around each scallop; secure with wooden toothpick.
- Cook onions in large skillet on medium heat 20 min. or until caramelized. Meanwhile grill scallops 15 min. or until scallops are opaque and bacon is crisp, turning frequently. Remove and discard toothpicks.
- Cook and stir cream cheese spread, remaining garlic, paprika, milk and hot pepper sauce in saucepan on medium heat 3 to 5 min. or until heated through.
- Spoon onions onto platter; top with scallops and cream cheese sauce.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 220, Fat 15 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 45 mg, Sodium 610 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 12 g
BACON-WRAPPED SCALLOPS WITH CREAM SAUCE
This is a Campbells Taste of Home recipe. I love the maple syrup in the sauce. Gives it that salty, sweet taste sensation.
Provided by BM171676
Categories < 30 Mins
Time 30m
Yield 10 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Place bacon in an ungreased 15 x 10 x 1 inch baking pan.
- Bake at 350F Degrees for 7-10 minutes or until partially cooked and lightly browned.
- Drain on paper towels.
- Wrap each strip of bacon around a scallop; secure with toothpicks.
- In a saucepan, bring cream to a boil.
- Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, until cream is reduced to 3/4 cup, about 8 minutes.
- Stir in the mustard, syrup, and salt.
- Bring to a boil and boil for 2 minutes.
- Meanwhile, place the scallop on a greased baking sheet.
- Bake at 400F Degrees for 8-12 minutes or until firm and opaque.
- Serve with the cream sauce.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 141.5, Fat 12.6, SaturatedFat 6.7, Cholesterol 41.6, Sodium 198.1, Carbohydrate 4, Fiber 0.1, Sugar 2.5, Protein 3.4
BAKED BACON WRAPPED SEA SCALLOPS
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
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.
Tips:
- To ensure even cooking, make sure the scallops are uniform in size.
- Use high-quality bacon for the best flavor.
- Cook the scallops until they are just opaque in the center to prevent overcooking.
- Serve the scallops immediately after cooking to enjoy them at their best.
- Experiment with different types of brie cheese to find your favorite flavor pairing.
- Garnish the scallops with fresh herbs, such as chives or parsley, for a pop of color and flavor.
Conclusion:
Bacon-wrapped sea scallops served on creamy brie sauce is a delicious and elegant appetizer or main course. The scallops are cooked to perfection and the bacon adds a lovely smoky flavor. The creamy brie sauce is rich and flavorful, and it perfectly complements the scallops. This dish is sure to impress your guests, and it's also relatively easy to make. So next time you're looking for a special dish to serve, give this recipe a try.
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