BACON-WRAPPED SCALLOPS
Preparation time: 15 minutes
Cooking time: 15 minutes
Total time: 30 minutes
Servings: 4
Ingredients:
- 16 large sea scallops
- 8 slices of bacon, cut in half.
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons melted butter
- 2 garlic cloves, minced.
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish.
Instructions:
- Get your oven ready by preheating it to 400°F (200°C) and prepare a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Wrap each scallop with half a slice of bacon and secure it with a toothpick. Place the bacon-wrapped scallops on the prepared baking sheet.
- In a small bowl, combine the melted butter, olive oil, minced garlic, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
- Brush the butter mixture over the bacon-wrapped scallops, making sure to coat them evenly.
- Bake the scallops in the preheated oven for about 12-15 minutes, or until the bacon is crispy and the scallops are opaque and cooked through.
- Once cooked, carefully remove the toothpick from the scallops.
- Transfer the bacon-wrapped scallops to a serving platter, garnish with chopped parsley, and serve hot.
Nutrition facts (per serving):
- Calories: 220
- Fat: 16 grams
- Saturated fat: 6 grams
- Cholesterol: 50 mg
- Sodium: 550 mg
- Carbohydrates: 2 g
- Protein: 17 grams
Cook's Tips:
- For a burst of flavor, you can sprinkle some grated Parmesan cheese on the scallops before baking.
- Serve these delectable bacon-wrapped scallops as an appetizer or as a main dish with your favorite side dishes.
- If you are using wooden toothpicks, soak them in water for about 30 minutes before using them to prevent them from burning in the oven.
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