Best 8 Unwrapped Bacon Scallops Recipes

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**Unwrapped Bacon Scallops: A Culinary Delight for Seafood and Bacon Enthusiasts**

Indulge in the harmonious blend of salty bacon and tender scallops in this tantalizing recipe. Wrapped in a crispy bacon blanket, these succulent scallops are perfectly cooked, delivering a burst of briny flavor with every bite. This article offers two delectable variations: a classic recipe featuring a simple seasoning of salt and pepper, and a more adventurous version enhanced with a zesty lemon-herb marinade. Both preparations promise an unforgettable culinary experience, whether you're hosting a special occasion dinner or simply seeking a sophisticated yet easy-to-make appetizer or main course.

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

BACON WRAPPED SCALLOPS RECIPE IN THE OVEN



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Learn how to cook bacon wrapped scallops in the oven! This delicious scallops and bacon combo with lemon butter sauce needs just 4 ingredients and 10 minutes prep time.

Provided by Maya Krampf

Categories     Main Course

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 7

16 large Sea scallops ((thawed in the fridge if frozen; ~1 lb))
2 tbsp Lemon juice
1/2 tsp Garlic powder
1/4 tsp Sea salt
1/8 tsp Black pepper
8 strips Bacon ((cut in half to make shorter pieces))
1/4 cup Lemon butter sauce ((optional))

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to the Broil setting. Place an oven-safe rack over a baking sheet.
  • Pat the scallops dry. Toss the scallops with lemon juice, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
  • Arrange the short (halved) bacon slices in a row on a cutting board. Place a scallop at the end of one slice and roll up. Secure with a toothpick and place onto the rack over the baking sheet. Repeat with the remaining scallops and bacon.
  • Broil 6 inches from the heating element for 5 minutes. Flip the scallops and broil for 4-7 more minutes, until the bacon is crispy.
  • If desired, drizzle with lemon butter sauce right before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 266 kcal, Carbohydrate 2.4 g, Protein 22.6 g, Fat 18.5 g, SaturatedFat 5.8 g, Cholesterol 29 mg, Sodium 436.9 mg, Fiber 0.1 g, Sugar 0.4 g, ServingSize 1 serving

UNWRAPPED BACON SCALLOPS



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With a can't-beat combo of scallops and bacon, this entree transforms special occasion food into tasty, everyday fare. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1-1/2 cups uncooked instant rice
1-1/2 cups chicken broth
1/2 pound thick-sliced bacon strips, chopped
1 medium onion, chopped
1 medium zucchini, chopped
1 garlic clove, minced
1 pound sea scallops
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1/2 teaspoon seafood seasoning
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
2 green onions, chopped

Steps:

  • In an ungreased 1-1/2-qt. microwave-safe dish, combine rice and broth. Cover and microwave on high for 7-8 minutes or until liquid is absorbed and rice is tender. Let stand for 5 minutes., Meanwhile, in a large skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp; remove to paper towels. Drain, reserving 1 tablespoon drippings., Saute the onion, zucchini and garlic in drippings until tender. Add scallops; saute for 3 minutes. Add the tomatoes, seafood seasoning and thyme; saute 1-2 minutes longer or until scallops are firm and opaque. Fluff rice with a fork; serve with scallop mixture. Sprinkle with green onions and bacon.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 597 calories, Fat 35g fat (13g saturated fat), Cholesterol 79mg cholesterol, Sodium 1061mg sodium, Carbohydrate 40g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 30g protein.

MARINATED SCALLOPS WRAPPED IN BACON



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This sweet and salty, melt-in-your-mouth appetizer is sure to please anyone!

Provided by Gabsmom

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Pork     Bacon     Appetizers

Time 1h33m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 7

¾ cup maple syrup
¼ cup low sodium soy sauce
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
12 large sea scallops, halved
12 slices smoked bacon, halved
24 toothpicks
2 tablespoons brown sugar

Steps:

  • Stir together maple syrup, soy sauce, and Dijon mustard in a bowl until smooth. Add the scallops, and toss to coat. Cover bowl with plastic wrap, and marinate at least one hour.
  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Line a rimmed baking sheet with a sheet of aluminum foil.
  • Arrange bacon pieces on baking sheet so they do not overlap. Bake in preheated oven until some of the grease has rendered out of the bacon; the bacon should still be very soft and pliable, about 8 minutes. Remove bacon from the baking sheet and pat with paper towels to remove excess grease. Drain or wipe grease from the baking sheet.
  • Wrap each scallop piece with a piece of bacon, and secure with a toothpick. Place onto baking sheet. Sprinkle the scallops with brown sugar.
  • Bake in preheated oven until the scallops are opaque and the bacon is crisp, 10 to 15 minutes, turning once.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 83.1 calories, Carbohydrate 9.1 g, Cholesterol 17.2 mg, Fat 2.1 g, Protein 6.9 g, SaturatedFat 0.6 g, Sodium 269.7 mg, Sugar 7 g

BACON WRAPPED SCALLOPS WITH SPICY MAYO



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Provided by Tyler Florence

Categories     appetizer

Time 35m

Yield about 20 to 25 appetizers

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 1/2 pound large scallops
1/2 pound thin-sliced bacon
Extra-virgin olive oil
Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 cup good quality mayonnaise
1/4 cup hot chili paste (recommended: Sriracha Hot Chili Paste)
1 lime, juiced
2 tablespoons chopped cilantro, plus more for garnish
2 heads Bibb lettuce, washed
3 avocados, sliced

Steps:

  • Heat the broiler. Wrap each scallop in a piece of bacon and secure it with a toothpick. Place the bacon wrapped scallops onto a baking sheet, drizzle them with olive oil, and season them with salt and pepper. Cook them under the broiler for about 10 to 15 minutes until the bacon is cooked through, turning once.
  • Make the spicy mayo by combining the mayonnaise, chili paste, lime juice, and chopped cilantro. Stir well and refrigerate until ready to use.
  • To serve, carefully peel away the lettuce leaves and line a large platter with the lettuce cups. Top each with a bacon wrapped scallop, 2 slices of avocado, and a spoonful of spicy mayonnaise. Garnish with cilantro leaves.

SCALLOPS WRAPPED IN BACON



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     appetizer

Time 35m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

12 slices applewood smoked bacon or other thick-cut bacon
12 (U-10 size) sea scallops
2 tablespoons Essence, recipe follows
1/2 teaspoon salt
12 (6-inch) bamboo skewers, soaked in warm water for about 30 minutes
Freshly ground black pepper
2 tablespoons unsalted butter, at room temperature
2 1/2 tablespoons paprika
2 tablespoons salt
2 tablespoons garlic powder
1 tablespoon black pepper
1 tablespoon onion powder
1 tablespoon cayenne pepper
1 tablespoon dried oregano
1 tablespoon dried thyme

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • Place the bacon strips on the parchment paper and bake until just beginning to get golden around the edges but still very pliable, 12 to 15 minutes. Remove from the oven and set aside until cool enough to handle.
  • Preheat a grill to medium-high heat.
  • Season the scallops on all sides with the Essence and salt. Wrap each scallop in 1 piece of the bacon, securing it through the center with a bamboo skewer. Repeat with the remaining scallops.
  • When the grill is hot, brush the grates lightly with oil, then place the scallops on the grill and cook, turning frequently, until just cooked through about 7 minutes total. Transfer to a platter and sprinkle with freshly ground black pepper to taste. Garnish each scallop with a dab of the butter and serve immediately.
  • Recipe from "New New Orleans Cooking", by Emeril Lagasse and Jessie Tirsch
  • Published by William Morrow, 1993.
  • Combine all ingredients thoroughly.

BACON-WRAPPED SCALLOPS



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I found this recipe on another website and tweaked it to suit my family's tastes. We really enjoyed this recipe and hope you will too!

Provided by Dreamgoddess

Categories     < 60 Mins

Time 33m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

12 pieces bacon
24 scallops, rinsed and patted dry
1 teaspoon Old Bay Seasoning, to taste
1 teaspoon creole seasoning, to taste
1 cup ketchup
1/3 cup packed light brown sugar
1/2 cup white vinegar

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 425 degrees.
  • If you prefer, the bacon can be pre-cooked for a couple of minutes in the microwave to insure it will be crispy by the time the scallops are done.
  • Do not overcook the scallops as they will be rubbery.
  • Cut each piece of bacon in half to make 24 pieces.
  • Roll a piece of bacon around each scallop and secure on wooden skewers.
  • Place scallops on a rimmed baking sheet.
  • Sprinkle with Old Bay and creole seasoning.
  • Both seasonings contain salt, so don't overdo it!
  • Amounts listed are what I used.
  • Bake at 425 degrees for 15-18 minutes, or until the scallops are done.
  • The bacon should be crispy.
  • While the scallops are cooking, combine the ketchup, brown sugar and vinegar in a saucepan to make the dipping sauce.
  • Mix well and cook until the sugar is dissolved.
  • Serve the scallops with the dipping sauce.

AIR-FRYER BACON-WRAPPED SCALLOPS



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Bacon-wrapped scallops seem so decadent and fancy that often times I forget how easy they are to prepare. Paired with a pineapple quinoa, this elegant dinner can be easily prepared in under 30 minutes.-Laura Greenberg, Lake Balboa, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 can (14-1/2 ounces) vegetable broth
1 cup quinoa, rinsed
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon plus 1/4 teaspoon pepper, divided
10 bacon strips
16 sea scallops (about 2 pounds), side muscles removed
1 cup drained canned pineapple tidbits

Steps:

  • In a small saucepan, bring broth to a boil. Add quinoa, salt and 1/8 teaspoon pepper. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, 12-15 minutes or until liquid is absorbed., Meanwhile, preheat air fryer to 400°. Arrange 8 strips of bacon in a single layer on tray in air-fryer basket. Cook 3 minutes or until partially cooked but not crisp. Remove and set aside. Add remaining 2 bacon strips; cook until crisp, 5-6 minutes. Finely chop crisp bacon strips. Cut remaining partially-cooked bacon strips lengthwise in half., Wrap a halved bacon strip around each scallop; secure with a toothpick. Sprinkle with remaining pepper., Arrange scallops in a single layer on greased tray in air-fryer basket. Cook until scallops are firm and opaque, 8-10 minutes. Discard toothpicks., Remove quinoa from heat; fluff with a fork. Stir in pineapple and chopped bacon. Serve with scallops.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 455 calories, Fat 12g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 75mg cholesterol, Sodium 1717mg sodium, Carbohydrate 45g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 41g protein.

BACON WRAPPED SCALLOPS



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I love making these appetizers at Christmas time. Always well received!! I'm guessing on the servings, depends on the size of the scallops.

Provided by MizzNezz

Categories     Very Low Carbs

Time 32m

Yield 40 appetizers

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 lbs bacon (regular sliced, not thick)
2 lbs sea scallops (if very large, cut in half)
3 tablespoons butter
1 tablespoon minced garlic
1/3 cup chicken broth

Steps:

  • Cut bacon strips in half.
  • Wrap a piece of bacon around each scallop; secure with toothpick.
  • Arrange the wrapped scallops on a baking sheet.
  • Broil 5 inches from heat for 3 minutes per side, or until bacon is crisp.
  • In small skillet, melt butter; add garlic and saute 1 minute,.
  • Add broth and bring to a boil.
  • Cook 2 minutes.
  • Place scallops in large bowl; pour broth over, Gently toss to coat.

Tips:

  • Choose high-quality, fresh scallops. Look for plump, opaque scallops with no signs of discoloration or sliminess.
  • Use thick-cut bacon. This will help to prevent the scallops from drying out.
  • Wrap the scallops tightly with the bacon. This will help to keep the scallops moist and flavorful.
  • Cook the scallops over medium heat. This will help to prevent them from overcooking.
  • Baste the scallops with the rendered bacon fat. This will help to keep them moist and flavorful.
  • Serve the scallops immediately. They are best enjoyed hot and fresh.

Conclusion:

Unwrapped bacon scallops are a delicious and elegant appetizer or main course. They are easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. Whether you like your scallops cooked rare or well-done, wrapped in thick-cut or thin-cut bacon, or seasoned with your favorite herbs and spices, this recipe is sure to please. So next time you're looking for a special dish to impress your friends or family, give unwrapped bacon scallops a try.

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