Garlic Butter Air Fryer Scallops

Delicious and easy garlic butter scallops made in the air fryer, perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or special occasion.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 10

Total Time 20

Course Appetizer, Main Course

Cuisine American, Seafood

Servings servings

Calories 300 kcal

Ingredients

Main ingredients

1 pound scallops
4 tablespoons butter Unsalted butter is recommended.
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon lemon juice
to taste Salt
to taste Pepper
for garnish Parsley Fresh parsley for garnish.

Instructions

Preparation

Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
In a small saucepan, melt the butter over low heat and add the minced garlic. Sauté for about 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
In a bowl, combine the scallops, garlic butter mixture, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.

Cooking

Place the scallops in the air fryer basket in a single layer.
Air fry for 8-10 minutes until the scallops are opaque and cooked through.

Serving

Garnish with parsley before serving.

Notes

Make sure to dry the scallops with paper towels before cooking to help them sear properly. Don’t overcrowd the air fryer basket, and adjust cooking time based on scallop size. For added flavor, sprinkle paprika or chili flakes before cooking and try different herbs like thyme or rosemary.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 12gSodium: 500mg

Keyword Air Fryer, Garlic Butter, Quick Dinner, Scallops, Seafood Recipe

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