Sea Scallops Wrapped In Smoked Bacon

Published on December 28, 2013 | In American | By The Social Chef |

- Prep Time
- 5 Minutes
- Cook Time
- 20 Minutes
- Difficulty Level

A wonderful combination, sea scallops wrapped in smoked bacon. Not something I’ve ever made. I’ve had them at many functions. Makes a wonderful appetizer for a social gathering or an elegant party. While you can use bay scallops they are far too small and will be way overcooked. Always use large sea scallops for this recipe. I also suggest a good hickory smoked bacon cut thick. Two flavorful ingredients makes for a simple meal or appetizer. Enjoy!!

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(3 Rating)

Ingredients

3 large sea scallops seasoned with salt and pepper
3 slices hickory smoked bacon cut thick (long enough to wrap around entire scallop)
Salt & white pepper

Instructions

1. Using a cast iron pan over medium heat add bacon and fry for 5-minutes on each side until slight brown but pliable, (NOT CRISP)
2. Meanwhile have the oven preheated to 400 degrees with baking rack placed toward the top
3. Transfer bacon to paper towel to drain reserving bacon grease
4. Wrap each seasoned scallop with bacon and slide a toothpick at the end of bacon strip into the scallop
5. Place each scallop back into pan with bacon grease, place in oven and cook for 5-minutes on each side or until done. Be careful to not overcook.
6. Remove pan from oven, squeeze a little fresh lemon over top
7. Using a spatula transfer on top of draining paper to remove excess bacon grease and serve

Servings : 1
Ready in : 25
Course : Appetizer, Entrée
Recipe Type : Bacon, Seafood

Instructions

1. Using a cast iron pan over medium heat add bacon and fry for 5-minutes on each side until slight brown but pliable, (NOT CRISP)
2. Meanwhile have the oven preheated to 400 degrees with baking rack placed toward the top
3. Transfer bacon to paper towel to drain reserving bacon grease
4. Wrap each seasoned scallop with bacon and slide a toothpick at the end of bacon strip into the scallop
5. Place each scallop back into pan with bacon grease, place in oven and cook for 5-minutes on each side or until done. Be careful to not overcook.
6. Remove pan from oven, squeeze a little fresh lemon over top
7. Using a spatula transfer on top of draining paper to remove excess bacon grease and serve

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The Social Chef

Michael Van Horn (aka MJ) 'The Social Chef', has incorporated his passion for culinary with his love and artistic ability of photography, his infatuation with writing, his charismatic ways of ...