Description
Garlic Butter Baked Scallops are a luxurious yet simple dish where tender scallops are baked in a rich garlic butter sauce. This flavorful and quick recipe is perfect for any occasion, bringing restaurant-quality seafood right to your home.
Ingredients
12 large scallops
3 tbsp butter, melted
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tbsp parsley, chopped
Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Arrange the scallops in a single layer in a baking dish.
- In a small bowl, mix together the melted butter, minced garlic, salt, and pepper.
- Pour the garlic butter mixture evenly over the scallops.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the scallops are opaque and firm.
- Garnish with freshly chopped parsley before serving.
Notes
- Add grated Parmesan cheese over the scallops before baking for an extra cheesy flavor.
- For a citrusy touch, add lemon zest or a squeeze of fresh lemon juice after baking.
- Herb variations like thyme, rosemary, or chives can be used instead of parsley for different flavor profiles.
- For a spicy version, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the garlic butter mixture.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
- Reheat scallops gently in the oven at 300°F or in the microwave on low for short intervals.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10-12 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Seafood
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 330mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
