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Description
This recipe makes quick and easy scallops in an air fryer with garlic butter.
Ingredients
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- 1.5 lbs large sea scallops, patted dry
- 1/2 tsp sea salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
Instructions
- Pat the scallops dry with a paper towel. Season with salt and pepper.
- In a small bowl, combine the melted butter, minced garlic, chopped parsley, and lemon juice.
- Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
- Place the seasoned scallops in a single layer in the air fryer basket.
- Air fry for 6-8 minutes, flipping halfway through, until opaque and lightly browned.
- Drizzle the garlic butter over the cooked scallops before serving.
Notes
- Do not overcrowd the air fryer basket; cook in batches if necessary.
- Adjust cooking time based on the size of your scallops and your air fryer model.
- Prep Time: 10 min
- Cook Time: 8 min
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 50mg