A scallops menu can get very creative and can comprise of some really delicious dishes. You can buy sea scallops fresh or frozen. Grilling is a great way to cook scallops, just be careful not to overcook them - they will become tough and chewy if you do. Read on for some great scallop menu ideas.

Lemon Garlic Scallops

Scallops are a wonderful treat that not everyone thinks about when preparing seafood. Yet, they can be a delicious option to the old standards of shrimp or fish. While not everyone knows how to cook scallops, they really aren't that difficult when you learn how to mix and match the right flavors together; like lemon garlic scallops.

Bacon Wrapped Scallops

Bacon wrapped scallops are a way to combine two great foods. Preparation is easy and your friends will be wowed if you serve these wrapped scallops at your next dinner party. You can serve this dish with a spicy mayo dip. If you want to change things up the next time you make this dish, make the bacon wrapped scallops in a lemon garlic sauce.

Smoked Scallops

Smoking scallops offers added flavor that stems from the wood chips. Stove top smokers afford a slow method of cooking so that scallops preserve their tenderness and juices. Smoked scallops suffice alone as a starter or can top a main entrée such as chicken or pasta.  You can prepare variations of smoked scallops by creating different sauces, glazes and spice rubs and can swathe scallops in meats such as bacon or prosciutto.

Beer Batter Scallops

Beer batter is a fantastic way to fry bay or sea scallops with a yummy tasty coating. It is quite easy to make and can be cooked on top of the stove or using a deep fryer. Scallops cook up quickly and make a delicious main entree for dinner any day of the week.

Scallops with Pasta

Scallops cook fast in a skillet, which gives them their golden brown color. Cooking the scallops properly keeps the seafood juicy and flavorful. The addition of fresh vegetables, herbs and spices to the dish lends more flavors to the pasta and scallops. Scallops and pasta are easy to prepare and they do not take much time to cook, which makes the meal ideal for people who need to make an appetizing, healthy and quick dinner.

Excited to get started on this scallop menu? I sure hope so. It’s got my mouth watering and hopefully yours too.
 

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