Bacon Wrapped Scallops
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Broil or Grill these Bacon-Wrapped Scallops that are always a crowd-pleaser. They are perfect for holiday appetizers or an easy summer dinner.
Bacon Wrapped Scallops
Scallops are one of my favorite meals to order when we go out. Being so easy to prepare, I don’t know why I don’t make them more often at home.
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Really, you’ll be amazed at how easy this appetizer is to make and your guests will be happy you did.
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Here’s the recipe:
Bacon Wrapped Scallops
Equipment
- 4 wooden skewers
Ingredients
- 12 large Scallops *If they are frozen – thaw and drain completely
- 6 slices Center cut bacon
- 1 Tbsp. Ground black pepper
Garlic Butter: (optional for extra flavor or dipping)Â
- 3 Tbsp. butter unsalted
- 2 tsp. minced garlic
- â…“ cup chicken broth
Instructions
- Soak wooden skewers or toothpicks in water for about 30 minutes
- You’ll want to make sure your scallops are completely thawed and patted dry with a paper towel – refer to notes below
- Set your oven to broil
- Cut bacon strips in half
- Wrap thawed and dried scallops in bacon
- Use a pre-soaked wooden skewer for more than one scallop or toothpick for single scallops to push through the middle of the bacon-wrapped scallop and secure the bacon in place
- Place the finished skewer on a broiling pan – grind a little pepper over the scallops
- Repeat with more scallops and bacon, until you’re ready to cook them
- Place bacon-wrapped scallops in the oven, under the broiler for about 3 minutes.
- Flip them over for another 3 or 4 minutes
- The bacon should be cooked, not crisp, and the scallops should be cooked through so they are browned an opaque. If you cook them too long, they will be tough
- *If grilling, use the same cooking time and doneness method
For garlic butter:
- In a skillet over medium heat, melt butter
- Add minced garlic and cook for about 1 minute or until you smell the aroma of garlic
- Add broth and bring to a boil
How to serve:
- Pour butter in a deep serving pan and place scallops over butter
- You could also serve with butter on the side for dipping
