Scallops And Bacon Recipe

Summary

Preparation Time15 MinCooking Time15 Min
Ready In30 MinDifficulty LevelMedium
Health IndexHealthyServings4
CuisineCourse
MethodMain Ingredient
Interest GroupHealthy

Ingredients

 Scallops1 pound, frozen
 Butter/Margarine1/4 Cup (16 tbs), melted
 Lemon juice2 Tablespoon
 Salt1/2 Teaspoon
 Pepper white1 Dash
 Bacon - as needed, sliced
 Paprika - to taste

Directions

GETTING READY
1. Thaw scallops, if frozen.
2. Clean scallops and wash.
3. In a bowl, mix together butter or margarine, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
4. In a bowl, place scallops and pour butter mixture on top.
5. Let scallops marinate for 30 minutes; turn once.
6. Drain before cooking.
7. Lengthwise cut bacon slices into half.

MAKING
8. In a skillet, fry bacon until it begins to ruffle but is still flexible.
9. Drain well over paper towel and let cool down.
10. Into each slice of bacon, place a scallop and wrap; secure with a wooden pick.
11. On a wire broiler basket, place the bacon wrapped scallops and sprinkle paprika on top.
12. Broil at medium heat for 5 minutes.
13. Turn and sprinkle paprika again.
14. Broil again for 5-7 minutes until bacon is brown and crisp.

SERVING
15. Serve Scallops And Bacon with a hot chilli sauce, if desired.
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