Baked Scallops

Baked scallops are a refined and succulent dish, perfect as an appetizer or main course. Here is the recipe to prepare them:

Ingredients

• 12 scallops in the shell
• Breadcrumbs
• Fresh parsley, chopped
• 2 cloves of garlic, minced
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Extra virgin olive oil
• Butter (optional)
• Lemon juice (optional)

Preparation

1. Preheat the oven to 200°C.

2. Clean the scallop shells, opening them and removing the dark part and the sandy sack, keeping only the mollusk and the coral (the red part).

3. Place the scallops in their shells on a baking tray.

4. In a bowl, mix the breadcrumbs with the chopped parsley, garlic, salt, and pepper.

5. Sprinkle the breadcrumb mixture evenly over the scallops, then drizzle with a stream of extra virgin olive oil or add a small piece of butter on top of each scallop for extra creaminess.

6. If desired, add a few drops of lemon juice to the scallops before the breadcrumbs for a citrus touch.

7. Bake and gratinate for about 10-15 minutes or until the surface is golden brown and crispy.

It is important to be careful not to overcook the scallops to avoid drying them out. Serve the baked scallops immediately, perhaps accompanied by a slice of lemon, and garnish with a few leaves of parsley. Enjoy your meal!