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Garlic Butter Baked Scallops

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A quick and impressive seafood dish featuring tender scallops baked in a fragrant garlic butter sauce, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course, Seafood
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 pound sea scallops, cleaned and patted dry Choose fresh scallops that are creamy white or slightly pink.
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped Can substitute with chives or cilantro.
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/4 cup breadcrumbs (optional for topping) Use gluten-free breadcrumbs if desired.
  • as needed units Lemon wedges, for serving

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Combine melted butter, minced garlic, chopped parsley, lemon juice, salt, black pepper, and paprika in a small bowl. Mix well until combined.
  3. Arrange the cleaned scallops in a single layer in a baking dish.
  4. Pour the prepared garlic butter mixture evenly over the scallops, ensuring they are generously coated.
  5. Optional: If you want extra texture, sprinkle breadcrumbs over the top before baking.
  6. Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes or until the scallops become opaque and are cooked through.
  7. Cool for a couple of minutes before serving. Pair them with fresh lemon wedges on the side for an extra burst of flavor!

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 24gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 8gSodium: 700mgSugar: 1g

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days. For longer storage, freeze sealed scallops. Avoid reheating in the microwave; instead, warm them gently in the oven.
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