Description
Succulent garlic butter baked scallops promise a luxurious seafood experience that whispers ocean elegance. Delicate marine flavors mingle with rich butter, creating a simple yet sophisticated dish perfect for romantic dinners or elegant gatherings you’ll savor.
Ingredients
Scale
Seafood:
- 1 pound (454 grams) scallops
Herbs and Seasonings:
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
Binding and Coating:
- 1/4 cup (60 milliliters) butter, melted
- 1/4 cup (30 grams) breadcrumbs
Instructions
- Prepare the oven at 375F (190C) with a rack in the center position to ensure even heating.
- Select a baking dish that allows scallops to rest in a single, uncrowded layer, promoting even cooking and optimal browning.
- Create a luxurious seasoning blend by combining finely chopped garlic with velvety melted butter, complemented by golden breadcrumbs, freshly chopped parsley, and a delicate balance of salt and pepper.
- Gently drench the scallops with the aromatic garlic butter mixture, ensuring each morsel is generously coated for maximum flavor infusion.
- Slide the baking dish into the preheated oven, allowing the scallops to transform into tender, pearlescent morsels with a subtle golden crust for approximately 15-20 minutes.
- Remove from the oven when scallops appear opaque and feel firm yet delicately soft to the touch, indicating perfect doneness.
- Transfer immediately to serving plates, garnishing with additional fresh parsley for a vibrant visual and flavor accent, and savor while piping hot.
Notes
- Pat scallops dry with paper towels to ensure a crispy, golden exterior and prevent excess moisture during baking.
- For a gluten-free version, replace breadcrumbs with crushed almond meal or gluten-free panko crumbs for added crunch.
- Add a splash of white wine or lemon juice to the garlic butter mixture to enhance the seafood’s delicate flavor and create a more complex taste profile.
- For a lower-fat option, substitute half the butter with olive oil and use less breadcrumbs while maintaining the rich, savory coating.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15-20 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 210 kcal
- Sugar: 0.5 g
- Sodium: 290 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0.1 g
- Carbohydrates: 5 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 15 g
- Cholesterol: 45 mg