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Barbecued Bacon And Scallop Brochettes Recipe

Indulge in these succulent Barbecued Bacon and Scallop Brochettes! Sweet and smoky bacon perfectly complements the delicate, juicy scallops. This easy-to-follow recipe creates a restaurant-quality appetizer or light meal in under an hour. Impress your friends and family with this elegant yet surprisingly simple dish!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 50 mins
Calories 322.8 kcal
Protein 30g
Rating 4.0 (1 Reviews)
Barbecued Bacon And Scallop Brochettes

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Ingredients for Barbecued Bacon And Scallop Brochettes

  • Fresh Scallops
  • Olive Oil
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • Dill Seed
  • Salt And Pepper
  • Bacon
  • Lemon

How to Make Barbecued Bacon And Scallop Brochettes

  1. Wash and pat dry 1 pound of large sea scallops. Place them in a bowl with 2 tablespoons of fresh lemon juice, 1 teaspoon of dill seeds, 1/2 teaspoon of salt, and 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper.
  2. Gently toss the scallops to coat in the marinade. Let them marinate for 30 minutes at room temperature, stirring occasionally.
  3. Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
  4. Remove the scallops from the marinade, reserving the marinade in a small bowl.
  5. Cut 8 slices of bacon in half. Wrap each of 8 scallops with a half slice of bacon, securing it with a toothpick if needed.
  6. Thread 4 plain scallops and 4 bacon-wrapped scallops alternately onto 4 skewers.
  7. Brush the skewers generously with the reserved marinade. Grill for 10-12 minutes, turning occasionally, until the bacon is crispy and the scallops are opaque and cooked through.
  8. Remove from grill, let rest for a minute, and serve immediately. Garnish with fresh dill sprigs, if desired.

Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor

Want to unlock deeper, more complex flavors? Try toasting your whole spices before grinding them, or blooming ground spices in a little warm oil to enhance their aroma. Deglazing your pan with a bit of stock, wine, or even water after browning ingredients can capture those tasty caramelized bits, adding richness to your dish.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

19 g

Sugar

0g

Fat

38g

Carbs

0g

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