Lightly-Breaded Sea Scallops recipe served on a plate, by Pekin the Chef
Jul 17 2026
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Lightly-breaded Sea Scallops Recipe

Inspired by Irish Pub and Irish Pub Inn
Time30m
Serves4

Enjoy tender sea scallops lightly breaded to perfection, delivering a delightful crunch with every bite.

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Ingredients

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Ingredients

Method

Directions

1

Prepare the Coating

In a shallow dish, combine the flour, cornmeal, salt, black pepper, and garlic powder. Mix well.

2

Prepare the Egg Wash

In another bowl, whisk together the egg and milk until well combined.

3

Coat the Scallops

Dip each scallop into the egg wash, allowing any excess to drip off, then dredge in the flour-cornmeal mixture, pressing lightly to adhere.

4

Heat the Oil

In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat until shimmering.

5

Cook the Scallops

Add the coated scallops to the skillet in a single layer. Cook for 2-3 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through.

6

Serve

Remove the scallops from the skillet and drain on paper towels. Serve immediately with lemon wedges.