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Active Time:10 minsTotal Time:20 minsServings:4Yield:4 servings

Active Time:10 mins

Active Time:

10 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Total Time:

20 mins

Servings:4

Servings:

4

Yield:4 servings

Yield:

4 servings

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Tips for Perfect Baked Scallops

If you want a quick, fuss-free dinner, look no further than baked scallops. These tender, sweet morsels cook quickly once you pop them in a hot oven. Dressed with a crispy topping and a squeeze of lemon, you’ll have a delicious main dish ready in just 20 minutes. Here are tips for perfect baked scallops:

Buy the Right Sized Scallops

Look For ‘Dry’ Scallops

What are “dry” sea scallops? They are scallops that haven’t been treated with STP (sodium tripolyphosphate). STP is an additive that can make seafood appear fresher. STP can raise the sodium content of scallops and can result in an off taste and texture compared to fresh. Ask for dry sea scallops at the fish counter or check the nutrition information on the bag if you’re buying frozen. While STP may not be listed on the label, if the sodium is high, chances are they’ve been treated with STP.

Photographer: Antonis Achilleos, Prop Stylist:Kay Clarke, Food Stylist:Emily Nabors Hall

Beautifully browned crusted scallops in a square white baking dish

How to Prep Scallops

Should You Rinse Scallops before Cooking?

It’s always a good idea to gently rinse scallops under cold running water to remove any grit. Pat them dry with paper towels before cooking.

What Is the Best Cooking Method for Scallops?

There are several ways to cook scallops. You can grill them on a gas or charcoal grill,broilthem in the oven,searthem in a hot skillet or even cook them in anair fryer. For this easy recipe, the scallops are baked with a crunchy, golden-brown topping of panko and Parmesan. It only takes about 10 to 15 minutes to cook, making it a quick and delicious meal for any day of the week.

Overhead view of all ingredients in bowls and sheet pan

Cook Mode(Keep screen awake)Ingredients3tablespoonsolive oil, divided1poundlarge dry sea scallops (about 16 scallops; see Tip)¼teaspoonkosher salt¼teaspoonground pepper2tablespoonsunsalted butter, melted2tablespoonslemon juice2tablespoonschopped shallot½cupwhole-wheat panko breadcrumbs1ounceParmesan cheese, grated (about 1/4 cup)2tablespoonschopped fresh flat-leaf parsley

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Ingredients

3tablespoonsolive oil, divided

1poundlarge dry sea scallops (about 16 scallops; see Tip)

¼teaspoonkosher salt

¼teaspoonground pepper

2tablespoonsunsalted butter, melted

2tablespoonslemon juice

2tablespoonschopped shallot

½cupwhole-wheat panko breadcrumbs

1ounceParmesan cheese, grated (about 1/4 cup)

2tablespoonschopped fresh flat-leaf parsley

DirectionsPreheat oven to 425°F. Coat the bottom of an 8-inch-square baking dish with 1 tablespoon oil.Pat scallops dry; arrange them in a single layer in the dish. Sprinkle the scallops evenly with salt and pepper.Photographer: Antonis Achilleos, Prop Stylist:Kay Clarke, Food Stylist:Emily Nabors HallWhisk melted butter, lemon juice and shallot in a small bowl. Pour the butter mixture over the scallops. In the same bowl, combine panko, Parmesan, parsley and the remaining 2 tablespoons oil. Sprinkle the panko mixture evenly over the scallops.Photographer: Antonis Achilleos, Prop Stylist:Kay Clarke, Food Stylist:Emily Nabors HallBake until the scallops are opaque and the topping is golden brown, 10 to 15 minutes. Serve hot.Photography: Caitlin Bensel, Prop Styling: Claire Spollen, Food Styling: Torie CoxEquipment8-inch-square baking dishOriginally appeared: EatingWell.com, October 2019; updated December 2022

Directions

Preheat oven to 425°F. Coat the bottom of an 8-inch-square baking dish with 1 tablespoon oil.Pat scallops dry; arrange them in a single layer in the dish. Sprinkle the scallops evenly with salt and pepper.Photographer: Antonis Achilleos, Prop Stylist:Kay Clarke, Food Stylist:Emily Nabors HallWhisk melted butter, lemon juice and shallot in a small bowl. Pour the butter mixture over the scallops. In the same bowl, combine panko, Parmesan, parsley and the remaining 2 tablespoons oil. Sprinkle the panko mixture evenly over the scallops.Photographer: Antonis Achilleos, Prop Stylist:Kay Clarke, Food Stylist:Emily Nabors HallBake until the scallops are opaque and the topping is golden brown, 10 to 15 minutes. Serve hot.Photography: Caitlin Bensel, Prop Styling: Claire Spollen, Food Styling: Torie CoxEquipment8-inch-square baking dish

Preheat oven to 425°F. Coat the bottom of an 8-inch-square baking dish with 1 tablespoon oil.

Pat scallops dry; arrange them in a single layer in the dish. Sprinkle the scallops evenly with salt and pepper.

Overhead view of raw scallops with oil and pepper, placed in a square, white baking dish with a small bowl with a buttery mixture and whisk

Whisk melted butter, lemon juice and shallot in a small bowl. Pour the butter mixture over the scallops. In the same bowl, combine panko, Parmesan, parsley and the remaining 2 tablespoons oil. Sprinkle the panko mixture evenly over the scallops.

Overhead view of scallops in a square baking dish with herbs, spices, panko, and parmesan on top

Bake until the scallops are opaque and the topping is golden brown, 10 to 15 minutes. Serve hot.

Photography: Caitlin Bensel, Prop Styling: Claire Spollen, Food Styling: Torie Cox

Panko & Parmesan-Crusted Baked Scallops in a baking dish

Equipment

8-inch-square baking dish

Originally appeared: EatingWell.com, October 2019; updated December 2022

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Nutrition Facts(per serving)281Calories18gFat13gCarbs17gProtein

Nutrition Facts(per serving)

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