{"id":7351,"date":"2025-06-17T08:43:33","date_gmt":"2025-06-16T22:43:33","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/dinnertimesomewhere.com\/?p=7351"},"modified":"2025-06-17T09:15:08","modified_gmt":"2025-06-16T23:15:08","slug":"scallops-with-garlic-butter-breadcrumbs","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dinnertimesomewhere.com\/index.php\/appetizers-and-snacks-recipes\/seafood-appetizers\/scallops-with-garlic-butter-breadcrumbs\/","title":{"rendered":"Scallops with Garlic Butter Breadcrumbs"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

This simple Scallop dish combined beautifully cooked Scallops with a classic pairing of Butter, Garlic, and Breadcrumbs. The contrast of flavors and textures is what makes these Scallops with Garlic Butter Breadcrumbs a treat to eat. The simplicity of this dish is perhaps its best asset. With all Seafood, the best way to enjoy it is with only a few ingredients and a few easy steps to prepare. This dish combines the classic pairing of Garlic Butter along with some beautiful textures you achieve with toasted Breadcrumbs. The Scallops are lightly broiled \/ grilled and served with some Lemon. It\u2019s the perfect Seafood appetizer to kick off a meal

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The Inspiration for this Dish<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

One of our favorite YouTubers \/ Chefs are these amazing folks over at Fallow<\/a>. They post so many delicious food videos, and one of them is a great vid on how to prepare Scallops. I think this version with Garlic and Butter is their \u2018easy\u2019 recipe, and honestly, I think it\u2019s the best. Like most things in life, the simplest things are often the best. Pairing fresh Scallops with Butter and Garlic is so simple, but it just works!

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How to make amazing Scallops with Garlic Butter Breadcrumbs<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

There are two components to this recipe (well, other than getting your hands on some fresh Scallops that is), which are the Breadcrumbs, and the Garlic Butter. I\u2019d suggest preparing the Breadcrumbs first, because once that Garlic Butter is nice and melty is when it\u2019s go-time

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Simply combine Breadcrumbs (we prefer Panko for their great flavor and amazing texture), with some Lemon Zest, freshly chopped Parsley, and a pinch of Salt then set it aside. We\u2019ll add about 1 tsp. or so of the Breadcrumb mixture to each Scallop before it gets cooked

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Next step is the Garlic Butter, which is super-simple to make. Just melt some Butter in a saucepan over medium heat and then add a Shallot that has been finely diced. Let that cook until it begins to slightly caramelize (about 5 minutes should do it) then add the Garlic

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You don\u2019t need to cook the Garlic for too long, as it\u2019ll burn if you do so. Just 1 minute in the Butter is enough for it to release all its beautiful flavor and aromas and then you\u2019re done. The Garlic Butter is then generously drizzled over the Scallops that have been covered in Breadcrumbs before they get cooked

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After about 2 minutes under the broiler the Scallops will be perfectly cooked just like this<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

Preparing the Scallops<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

What\u2019s great about these Scallops with Garlic Butter Breadcrumbs is that the Shell of the Scallops is what they are cooked in. Try to get your hands on Scallops in their half-shell, as this will be the easiest to prepare as they will already have been cleaned

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Remove the Scallops from the shell (it\u2019ll be stuck somewhat to the shell) by just slowly pushing away the connection between the flesh and the shell using the back of a spoon. You can also use your finger, just take your time to avoid tearing the Scallops

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Once removed, give the Scallop a pat dry and clean the Shell. Place the Scallop back on the shell as that\u2019s how we\u2019ll be cooking it. On a large sheet pan, create a little nest with aluminum foil for each of your scallops to sit on while they cook. This will help keep them in place and allow them to evenly face upwards to receive an even cook

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Creating a foil bed will help keep your Scallops in their shells intact while they are prepared and cooked<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Getting our Scallops with Garlic Butter Breadcrumbs ready to cook<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Once you\u2019ve got your Scallops sitting on the sheet pan it\u2019s simply a matter of adding the Breadcrumbs and Garlic Butter before they get placed under the broiler. Now would be a good time to crank the broiler to its highest heat as you prepare the Scallops

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Spoon about 1 tsp. or so of the Breadcrumb mixture to cover the top of the Scallop. It doesn\u2019t matter if some crumble down onto the shells, in fact that\u2019s highly encouraged! Then, drizzle a generous amount of Garlic Butter over the top. Add enough Butter so some will pool into the shell

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Then, place them straight under the broiler and cook for about 2 minutes. They won\u2019t take long to cook at all; they are Scallops after all! The best way to gauge doneness is by looking at the Breadcrumbs. Once a few of them start to char and blacken, it\u2019s time to pull them out. They\u2019re now ready to eat!

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Try presenting your Scallops with Garlic Butter Breadcrumbs like this for a more sophisticated, almost fine-dining style presentation<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

An alternate plating option we highly recommend trying<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

While the rustic, classic plating style of serving the Scallops right on their shells is always popular, you can try this other plating technique for something a little different. You\u2019ll have plenty of leftover Garlic Butter and Breadcrumbs, so combine both into one pan and cook them over a low heat until the Breadcrumbs turn golden brown

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Then, fill a small bowl full of a few spoonful\u2019s of the Buttery Breadcrumbs and then top it with a Scallop. It looks less rustic and more of a fine-dining style of plating. The additional breadcrumbs add a great texture to the dish, and they look beautiful with a perfectly cooked Scallop sitting atop. You can also serve the Scallops using both plating methods for some nice visual contrast on the table

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