Baked Maine Scallops Recipe

Ingredients for Baked Maine Scallops

• 1 pound fresh Maine scallops
• Seasoned Bread Crumbs
• 4 tablespoons butter
• Minced Garlic Clove
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• Salt And Pepper

How to Make Baked Maine Scallops

1. Rinse 1 pound of fresh Maine scallops under cold running water.
2. Gently shake off excess water and pat dry with paper towels.
3. In a shallow dish, combine 1/2 cup breadcrumbs, 1 teaspoon dried parsley, and 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder. Coat scallops evenly in breadcrumb mixture.
4. Arrange coated scallops in a single layer in a buttered 9x13 inch baking dish.
5. Drizzle scallops with 1 tablespoon of lemon juice and season generously with salt and freshly ground black pepper.
6. In a small saucepan, melt 4 tablespoons of butter over low heat. Add 2 cloves of minced garlic and cook until softened, about 1 minute. Do not brown.
7. Pour the garlic butter evenly over the scallops in the baking dish.
8. Bake in a preheated oven at 375°F (190°C) for 15-20 minutes, or until the scallops are opaque and cooked through. Do not overcook!