Breaded Scallops Recipe

Time30m

Serves2

8 pieces of breaded bay scallops served

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Ingredients

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1
Prepare the scallops
Rinse the bay scallops under cold water and pat them dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture.
2
Set up the breading station
In three separate shallow bowls, place the all-purpose flour in the first bowl, beat the egg in the second bowl, and mix the bread crumbs, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and Old Bay seasoning in the third bowl.

3
Bread the scallops
Dredge each scallop first in the flour, shaking off the excess, then dip it in the beaten egg, and finally coat it in the seasoned bread crumbs, pressing gently to ensure the crumbs adhere.

4
Heat the oil
In a large skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it shimmers.
5
Cook the scallops
Carefully add the breaded scallops to the hot oil in a single layer, ensuring not to overcrowd the pan. Fry for about 2-3 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and cooked through.
6
Drain and serve
Remove the scallops from the skillet and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil. Serve hot.