Heat a 12-inch skillet over medium to medium-low heat. Add bacon. Cook until browned but still pliable. Remove from heat and drain on paper towels; reserve bacon fat.
Recipe
Author
Hy-Vee Test Kitchen
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Description
Everything is better when it’s wrapped in bacon! Wrap the scallops in cooked bacon strips and sear for a delicious side or appetizer.
Servings and Ingredients
Ingredients
Serves 6
| Quantity | Ingredient | Add |
|---|---|---|
| 9 slice(s) Hy-Vee sweet smoked bacon, cut in half lengthwise | ||
| 18 Fish Market fresh sea scallops, side muscle removed | ||
| ½ tsp. kosher salt | ||
| ¼ tsp. Hy-Vee ground black pepper | ||
| 1 ½ tbsp. Hy-Vee salted butter | ||
| 3 crushed garlic cloves |
Things To Grab
- 12-inch skillet
- Paper towels
- Toothpicks
- Meat thermometer
Directions
Pat scallops dry, wrap with cooked bacon, and secure with a toothpick. Season both sides with salt and pepper.
Heat bacon fat, butter, and garlic over medium to medium-high heat. Cook scallops in batches, basting with cooking fat, turning once until browned and centers reach 145 degrees.
Nutrition facts
Servings
110 Calories per serving
3 scallops
Amounts Per Serving
- Total Fat: 9g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
- Sodium: 430mg
- Total Carbohydrates: 1g
- Protein: 6g
Daily Values
0%
Iron 0%
0%
Calcium 0%
0%
Vitamin D 0%
0%
Potassium 2%