Scallops Wrapped in Bacon

Bacon wrapped scallops are a great appetizer for a crowd. Contrary to popular belief it is a very easy dish to prepare and does not require too much time. Scallops are fleshy and have a sweet taste and this is perfectly complimented by the bacon which has a salty flavor. This is a perfect appetizer dish as it not only combines seafood with bacon but also because the textures of both the scallop and bacon works very well. You can use both fresh as well as frozen scallops for this recipe. Just make sure that the scallops are defrosted completely before using them, otherwise it won't taste good.

Bacon Wrapped Scallops Recipes

Grilled Bacon Wrapped Scallops
Ingredients

• 12 fresh scallops
• 12 slices streaky bacon
• 3 tablespoons dark soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon mirin
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• 1 tablespoon sesame oil
• 1 tablespoon fish sauce
• 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
• 1 teaspoon fresh garlic, thinly sliced
• 1 teaspoon garlic, minced

Method

In a small bowl, combine together the dark soy sauce, mirin, fish sauce, oyster sauce, minced garlic, ginger slices, sesame oil and sugar. Into this mixture add the scallops and toss them so that each scallop is well coated in this mixture. Allow the scallops to marinade in this mixture for half an hour. In a small skillet cook the bacon until it is slightly golden brown but is partially cooked. Remove the bacon from the skillet and keep it aside. Now remove the scallops from the soy marinade and wrap each scallop with a piece of bacon. Secure it with a toothpick and then grill it until the bacon turns crispy and the scallops are cooked thoroughly. Serve them with lemon butter and a sprinkling of chopped parsley.

Baked Scallops Wrapped in Bacon
Ingredients

• 12 medium scallops
• cup chopped sun-dried tomatoes
• cup extra virgin olive oil
• 2 tablespoons basil leaves, chopped
• 1 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
• teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
• 2 tablespoons pitted black olives, chopped
• teaspoon salt

Method

Combine the sun dried tomatoes, basil, olives and olive oil in a food processor and process until you get a thick paste. Rub the scallops with salt and pepper and then add the tomato and olive oil mixture to it. Let the scallops marinade in this mixture for about half an hour. Wrap each scallop with a bacon strip and place all the wrapped scallops in a greased baking tray. Bake the scallops in a moderately hot oven for 10 to 15 minutes until the bacon is crisp and the scallops are firm. Serve them with a drizzle of balsamic vinegar.

Classic Bacon Wrapped Scallops
Ingredients

• 12 scallops
• 12 bacon slices
• Juice of 1 lemon
• 4 tablespoons butter, melted
• 2 tablespoons minced garlic
• teaspoon salt
• teaspoon pepper
• 12 bamboo skewers

Method

Wrap the bacon over the scallops one by one and keep them aside. Soak the bamboo skewers in a bowl of water and then thread a scallop wrapped in bacon through the skewer. Thread one scallop wrapped in bacon through each bamboo skewer.

In a small bowl, add the melted butter, salt, pepper, lime juice and minced garlic and mix them well. Lightly brush this mixture over the bacon wrapped scallops and place them on a hot grill. Grill the scallops for two to three minutes on one side and then rotate to sear on the other side. When the scallop is browned evenly on both sides remove from grill and serve immediately.

There are many variations of this classic appetizer that can be tweaked according to your taste and requirements.