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PARMESAN BAKED SCALLOPS

Parmesan Baked Scallops: A Warm, Buttery Delight for Any Occasion

Delight in these Parmesan Baked Scallops, packed with rich flavors and a crunchy topping; perfect for any gathering.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 scallops
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Seafood
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Scallops
  • 12 scallops Fresh U10/U12 dry-packed scallops Avoid wet-packed for best results.
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher salt Enhances flavor.
  • 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper Adjust according to taste.
  • 4 wedges Lemon For serving.
For the Compound Butter
  • 4 tablespoons Salted butter At room temperature.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced, fresh preferred.
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh parsley Chopped.
  • 0.25 teaspoon Crushed red pepper flakes Optional.
  • 0.5 teaspoon Paprika Smoked paprika for extra flavor.
  • 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
  • 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese Freshly grated.
For the Crunchy Topping
  • 0.5 cup Panko breadcrumbs Provides crunch.
  • 2 tablespoons Salted butter Melted before combining.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • mixing bowl
  • baking dish
  • Saucepan

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Rinse scallops under cold water, pat dry, season generously with salt and pepper, and let sit at room temperature.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine room-temperature butter with garlic, parsley, salt, pepper, red pepper flakes, paprika, garlic powder, and Parmesan cheese until smooth.
  3. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C), line baking pan and place seasoned scallops in shells, topping each with compound butter.
  4. Bake scallops for 8-10 minutes, keeping an eye on them to avoid overcooking.
  5. Melt butter in a saucepan over low heat, mix in panko breadcrumbs and parsley.
  6. Switch oven to broil, top scallops with panko mixture and Parmesan, and broil for 1-2 minutes until golden.
  7. Remove from oven, cool slightly, garnish with parsley and lemon wedges, and serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1scallopCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 10gFat: 11gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 250mgPotassium: 100mgVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Use U10/U12 dry-packed scallops for best results; monitor baking closely and serve with lemon for enhanced flavors.

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