Grilled Bacon Wrapped Scallops Recipe

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This recipe for grilled scallops has become a favorite among our friends and family and is ideal as an appetizer or for dinner. 10 minutes PREP TIME 13 minutes COOK TIME 352 calories 4 INGREDIENTS

Wrap each scallop in 1 piece of the bacon, securing it through the center with a bamboo skewer. Repeat with the remaining scallops. When the grill is hot, brush the grates lightly with oil, then place the scallops on the grill and cook, turning frequently, until just cooked through about 7 minutes total.

Grilled Bacon Wrapped Scallops

Bacon Wrapped Scallops Recipe 🔗

Surf and turf takes on a whole new meaning with these must-have skewers. The perfect mixture of salty, smoky and a hint of sweet scallop, our bacon wrapped scallops recipe is the perfect dish to amp up mealtime. Featuring incredible flavor from our Grill Mates® Roasted Garlic & Herb Seasoning, these grilled scallops are sure to be a crowd favorite. This recipe comes to life with fresh sea scallops and meaty, thick-cut bacon for the perfect bite of glory! Make sure to soak your skewers in water for at least half an hour prior to grilling to ensure they don’t burn. Quick and easy to prepare, bacon wrapped scallops are perfect as an entrée, or as a complement to other summertime favorites like a grilled romaine and vegetable salad and seasoned grilled corn. Not in the mood to grill? No worries! Try cooking scallops wrapped in bacon in the air fryer or under the broiler — you can even top them off with a delicious cocktail sauce for dipping. Your friends and family are sure to love these, because wrapping anything in bacon is the way to everyone’s heart, right?

Prep: 10min

Nutrition Facts: calories 352 Calories

Ingredients:

Instruction:

  1. Mix butter and Seasoning in small bowl. Set aside.
  2. Arrange bacon slices in single layer on bacon grilling rack or shallow disposable foil pan. Grill over medium-high heat 3 to 5 minutes or until bacon is halfway cooked. Remove bacon from grill; cool slightly.
  3. Wrap 1 piece of bacon around each scallop. Thread onto skewers. Brush scallops with butter mixture.
  4. Grill skewers over medium heat 6 to 8 minutes or until scallops are opaque and bacon is crispy, turning occasionally and brushing with any remaining butter mixture.

FAQ

How long do bacon wrapped scallops take to cook?

Serve the scallops warm after seasoning them with salt and pepper, wrapping them in 1 slice of bacon and fastening it with a toothpick. Transfer the scallops to the baking sheet that has been lined with parchment paper.

Is it better to grill or pan sear scallops?

The most popular method for cooking scallops is pan searing, which involves placing the scallops on a skillet with butter or oil over medium-high heat and seasoning them with salt and pepper before cooking.

What temperature should scallops be grilled at?

Make sure the vegetables are as dry as possible so the olive oil will adhere, pat them dry, and mix them with salt and pepper before placing them on the grill grates. Grill for about 5 minutes, turning once.

How long should scallops be cooked?

Scallops can be ready in about 5 minutes with the ideal texture and flavor once the cooking oil or butter is heated and the pan is hot enough to begin cooking.

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