Fried Scallops Seafood Recipes
Spicy Seared Scallops
Ingredients:
- 2 pounds large sea scallops, about 18 to 20
- 2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning
- 2 teaspoons olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- Dash freshly ground pepper
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- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 teaspoons unsalted butter
Preparation:
In a food storage bag, toss scallops gently with the Cajun seasoning, 2 teaspoons olive oil, salt, and pepper. Refrigerate for about 1 hour.
Heat the 1 tablespoon olive oil and 2 teaspoons of butter in a large skillet over high heat. With tongs, arrange the scallops in the hot fat and cook for about 2 to 3 minutes on each side, or until nicely browned.
Serve as a first course salad with Mimosa dressing or serve with rice and steamed veggies for a delicious meal.
Fried Scallops
Ingredients:
- 2 cups scallops, cut to about 3/4-inch cubes if large
- 1 cup flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 2 eggs
- 2 tablespoons water
- fine dry bread crumbs
Preparation:
If scallops are large, cut into 3/4-inch cubes. Dry completely with paper toweling or clean towels. In a bowl, combine flour, salt, and paprika. In another bowl, whisk eggs with water. Put bread crumbs in a third bowl. Dip scallops in the flour mixture, and then dip in egg, then in the bread crumbs. Fry in hot oil at about 370° until nicely browned, about 2 minutes. |
