Garlic Butter Baked Scallops
📝 Ingredients:
1 lb (450g) scallops
4 tablespoons butter, melted
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1/4 cup breadcrumbs
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 tablespoon chopped parsley
Salt and black pepper, to taste
Lemon wedges, for serving
👨🍳 Instructions:
🔥 Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
🧼 Pat the scallops dry with paper towels (this helps them bake properly).
🧄 In a bowl, mix together:
Melted butter
Garlic
Lemon juice
Salt and pepper
🍤 Place the scallops in a baking dish and pour the garlic butter mixture over them.
🧀 In another bowl, combine:
Breadcrumbs
Parmesan cheese
Parsley
Then sprinkle this mixture evenly over the scallops.
⏱️ Bake for 10–15 minutes, until the scallops are cooked through and the topping is golden brown.
🍋 Serve hot with lemon wedges on the side.
💡 Tips:
Don’t overcook the scallops—they can become rubbery.
If using frozen scallops, thaw and dry them well first.
You can add herbs or spices to taste (like thyme or paprika).
