Air Fryer Scallops have a buttery texture with a delicate flavor from just a few simple seasonings. These delicious scallops are perfect when made in the air fryer.
This is such an easy dish to prepare with just a few simple ingredients. In less than ten minutes you will be savoring this yummy appetizer or quick meal.
SCALLOPS IN THE AIR FRYER
You will love this air fryer scallops simple recipe because they are quick to cook and enjoy as a wonderful appetizer, which makes a delectable finger food. It is also an impressive dinner to make when there is a special occasion to celebrate.
Scallops is my husband's favorite seafood recipe and any time I make them he is simply delighted. They have a succulent tender texture with a rich buttery flavor that everyone will become addicted too. If you are looking for more air fryer seafood recipes, you will love air fryer crab cakes, air fryer fish sticks, and air fryer cod.
Ingredients:
- Sea scallops
- Butter, melted- or olive oil
- Minced garlic
- Old Bay Seasoning- or your favorite seasonings like McCormick's seasonings
- Kosher salt
- Black pepper
Optional Additional Flavors: Teaspoon lemon juice, red pepper flakes, zesty lemon pepper seasoning, Szechuan peppercorns or everything but the bagel seasoning.
HOW TO MAKE SCALLOPS IN AIR FRYER:
- Remove any side muscle from the fresh scallops with a sharp knife. Rinse them under cold water, then pat dry with a paper towel.
- Place scallops in a medium bowl, then add the butter, garlic, and seasonings. Toss together until the scallops are fully coated.
- Spray basket with cooking spray or line with parchment paper. Then place the scallops in a single layer into the air fryer basket.
- Air fry the scallops 400 degrees F for 8-10 minutes turning halfway through the cooking process, until scallops are tender and opaque.
I make this recipe in my Cosori 5.8 qt. air fryer. Depending on your air fryer, size and wattages, cooking time may need to be adjusted 1-2 minutes.
FAQ's
Scallops go well with a beautiful acorn squash, butternut squash, crispy eggplant or sweet corn on the cob. You can't go wrong with a surf and turf night with a juicy filet mignon or ribeye steak, or pair them with Air Fryer Frozen Shrimp.
Allow scallops to completely cool prior storing them. Place them in an airtight container or resealable storage bag in your refrigerator for up to 4 days. If you are planning on freezing them first wrap them in plastic wrap, then place them in an air-tight container or freezer storage bag for up to 2 months.
Frozen scallops can be placed directly in your air fryer to cook. However, if you want to use a marinade or season them let them thaw out in your refrigerator overnight or place the bag of scallops in a bowl of cold water and they will thaw within 15-20 minutes.
Prosciutto or air fryer bacon wrapped scallops have a mild sweetness and salty flavor which is delicious. Use panko breadcrumbs, Italian breadcrumbs or ground crackers to make a crust so that these tasty bites are super crispy.Â
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Air fryer Scallops
Equipment
- 1 Air Fryer
Ingredients
- 1 pound sea scallops
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter melted, or olive oil
- 1 teaspoon minced garlic about 2 small cloves
- 1 teaspooon old bay seasoning
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
Instructions
- Remove any side muscle from the fresh scallops with a sharp knife. Rinse them under cold water and then pat dry with a paper towel.
- Place scallops in a medium bowl, then add the butter, garlic, and seasonings. Toss together until the scallops are fully coated.
- Spray basket with cooking spray or line with parchment paper. Then place the scallops in a single layer into the air fryer basket.
- Air fry the scallops 400 degrees F for 8-10 minutes turning halfway through the cooking process, until scallops are tender and opaque.
Notes
Nutrition
*Nutritional information is a calculated guesstimate. Please note that this can change with different brands and modifications you may make to the recipe. For the most accurate information, use a nutritional calculator with the exact brands and measurements you're using with each recipe.
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