Embark on a culinary journey to savor the crispy delight of oven-fried scallops, a symphony of flavors and textures that will tantalize your taste buds. Prepared with a medley of fresh scallops, coated in a flavorful breadcrumb mixture, and baked to golden perfection, these oven-fried scallops offer a healthier alternative to traditional frying methods without compromising on taste. Accompanying this main recipe are three delectable variations to satisfy diverse palates: a zesty lemon pepper flavor, a tangy honey garlic glaze, and a spicy Cajun kick. Whether you prefer classic simplicity, a citrusy zing, a sweet and savory balance, or a fiery heat, these oven-fried scallop recipes cater to every craving.
Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!
EASY FRIED SCALLOPS
I experimented with some ways to cook scallops one night with my family. This was everyone's favorite and it has become a regular dish at our family fry nights. If serving as a main dish, make twice as many servings as people (about 8 scallops per person).
Provided by MBeau
Categories Seafood Shellfish Scallops
Time 19m
Yield 3
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Heat oil in a deep-fryer or large saucepan to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
- Pour buttermilk into a bowl. Combine flour, salt, and pepper in a separate bowl.
- Immerse 4 or 5 scallops in the bowl of buttermilk. Transfer to the flour mixture; roll around until thickly coated.
- Lower scallops gently into the hot oil. Cook until golden and crispy, 3 to 4 minutes. Drain on a plate lined with paper towels. Repeat with remaining scallops.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 769.1 calories, Carbohydrate 84.7 g, Cholesterol 82.6 mg, Fat 30.6 g, Fiber 2.7 g, Protein 36.7 g, SaturatedFat 6.2 g, Sodium 1914.8 mg, Sugar 8.1 g
AIR FRYER BREADED SEA SCALLOPS
Steps:
- Preheat the air fryer to 390 degrees F (198 degrees C).
- Mix cracker crumbs, garlic powder, and seafood seasoning together in a shallow bowl. Place melted butter in a second shallow bowl.
- Dip each scallop in the melted butter and then roll in the breading until completely coated. Set on a plate and repeat with the remaining scallops.
- Lightly spray the air fryer basket with cooking spray. Arrange scallops in the prepared basket so that they are not touching each other; you may need to work in batches.
- Cook in the preheated air fryer for 2 minutes. Turn scallops over gently with a small spatula and cook until opaque, about 2 more minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 281.7 calories, Carbohydrate 13.7 g, Cholesterol 69.3 mg, Fat 17.6 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 16.6 g, SaturatedFat 6.4 g, Sodium 589.4 mg, Sugar 0.5 g
OVEN FRIED SCALLOPS
This is a good way to enjoy "fried" scallops without all of the added fat from deep frying. This recipe is from a cookbook published in 1979 by the Cape Cod National Seashore Women's Club.
Provided by Dan-Amer 1
Categories < 60 Mins
Time 35m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Season the dried scallops with salt & pepper. Beat together the egg and the water.
- Dip the scallops in the egg-water mixture, then roll them in the bread crumbs, then dip the BOTTOMS of these into the melted butter.
- Place the scallops buttered sides down on a baking sheet and bake in a preheated 450 degree F oven for 20 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 401.9, Fat 26.2, SaturatedFat 15.3, Cholesterol 151.4, Sodium 512.4, Carbohydrate 17.4, Fiber 0.9, Sugar 1.4, Protein 23.6
CRISPY OVEN-FRIED SCALLOPS
Steps:
- Melt the butter and mix with the fresh lemon juice, finely grated lemon zest, and finely minced fresh lemon thyme. For the breading, mix soft white bread crumbs with the grated Parmigiano Reggiano and Italian parsley. Preheat oven to 375°F. Place melted butter in small bowl and breading in pie pan. Drop garlic into butter and allow to stand 10 minutes; remove garlic and discard. Sprinkle scallops with salt and pepper, dip into melted butter, then Breading, patting it on thickly. Arrange scallops in shallow baking pan large enough to accommodate them in one layer and drizzle remaining butter on top, taking care not to dislodge Breading. Slide onto middle oven shelf and bake uncovered, basting several times with pan drippings, 15 to 20 minutes until lightly browned. Serve hot with a green vegetable- broccoli florets, perhaps, or asparagus - or if you prefer, with a tartly dressed salad of mixed greens.
LOW FAT OVEN-FRIED SCALLOPS
Make and share this Low Fat Oven-Fried Scallops recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Merlot
Categories European
Time 20m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Rinse the scallops & pat dry.
- Set aside.
- Place the egg substitute in a shallow dish.
- Place bread crumbs in another shallow dish.
- Dip scallops in the egg substitute and then roll them in the bread crumbs.
- Coat a 9 x 13 inch pan with the olive oil cooking spray and arrange the scallops in a single layer in the pan.
- Spray the tops lightly with the spray.
- Bake at 500 degrees F for about 8-10 minutes or until the scallops turn opaque and nicely browned.
- Remove pan from oven and sprinkle with parsley.
- Squeeze the lemon over the scallops and serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 149.4, Fat 1.4, SaturatedFat 0.4, Cholesterol 27.4, Sodium 755.5, Carbohydrate 15.1, Fiber 1, Sugar 1.5, Protein 18.2
CRISP OVEN FRIED SCALLOPS
If you like fried scallops, this recipe is for you. They come out crisp and golden brown, just like fried without the calories and fats! I have used this recipe with jumbo fresh shrimp and they were outstanding also. I baked the shrimp for 6 min. As they cook faster and become tough if over cooked. I serve the scallops with...
Provided by Sue Plaskas
Categories Seafood
Time 25m
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- 1. Preheat oven to 475 and put a wire rack onto a rimmed cookie sheet and set aside.
- 2. Whisk eggs well with fresh lemon juice. Set aside. Put flour in shallow bowl with salt and pepper and mix together. Set aside. Melt butter in micro, set aside. Put panko crumbs in shallow bowl and set aside.
- 3. Remove small tough muscle from scallops and pat scallops dry on paper towel. Dip scallops in egg mixture, then dredge in flour, then dip into melted butter, then roll in the panko crumbs. Place on rack on cookie sheet and bake for 10 min.
Tips:
- For the crispiest scallops, make sure to pat them dry before coating them in the breadcrumb mixture.
- Use a light hand when coating the scallops in the breadcrumb mixture. Too much breading will make them soggy.
- Don't overcrowd the baking sheet. If the scallops are too close together, they will not cook evenly.
- Bake the scallops in a preheated oven. This will help them to cook evenly and prevent them from sticking to the baking sheet.
- Serve the scallops immediately with your favorite dipping sauce.
Conclusion:
Crispy oven-fried scallops are a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer or main course. They are perfect for a party or a weeknight dinner. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a dish that is sure to impress your family and friends.
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