Bacon Wrapped Scallops

Bacon Wrapped Scallops

Looking for an easy seafood appetizer? You’ll love these sea scallops wrapped in bacon! You might also know that as devils on horseback.

Ingredients :

• 10 strips center cut bacon
• 10 large scallops , dry packed and muscle removed
• 10 toothpicks*
• 1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt
• 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
• chives or scallions , minced for garnish
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter
• 2 teaspoons dijon mustard
• 2 cloves fresh garlic , minced
• 1/4 teaspoon coarse kosher salt
• 1-2 tablespoons flat parsley , minced
• 1 lemon , juiced and zested

Directions

1. Soak the toothpicks in water for up to an hour, but a minimum of 15 minutes.
2. Heat the oven to 400°F and line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper. Place the bacon strips on the baking sheet and cook for 10-12 minutes. Bacon should be partially cooked and pliable, but not crispy. Remove and set aside.
3. Rinse the scallops, making sure the small muscle on the side is removed on them all. Pat dry.
4. Prep another rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper and increase oven temp to 425°F. Wrap each scallop with a strip of the cooked bacon, securing with a toothpick. Place on the baking sheet.
5. In a small bowl, combine salt, pepper and paprika. Evenly sprinkle on the tops of each scallop.
6. Cook for 10-12 minutes, or until the tops are lightly browned. *Cooking times will vary greatly depending on the size of scallop. See note.
7. Remove, garnish with chives and serve immediately.
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