If you're looking for an easy and impressive seafood dish, look no further than these bacon-wrapped scallops with garlic butter. The combination of savory bacon and tender scallops is sure to please even the pickiest eaters, while the garlic butter adds a flavorful depth to the dish. Best of all, this recipe is simple enough to make for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion.
Ingredients:
- 12 large sea scallops
- 6 slices of bacon
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Start by preheating your oven to 375°F. Rinse the scallops and pat them dry with a paper towel. Cut the bacon slices in half and wrap each scallop with a half slice of bacon, securing it with a toothpick.
Place the bacon-wrapped scallops on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. In a small bowl, mix together the melted butter, minced garlic, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Spoon the garlic butter mixture over each scallop.
Bake the scallops in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the bacon is crispy and the scallops are cooked through. Serve immediately with lemon wedges on the side.