🦪 Garlic Butter Baked Scallops
These garlic butter baked scallops offer a rich yet delicate balance of flavours, combining the natural sweetness of sea scallops with the brightness of fresh lemon juice and the comforting depth of melted butter. A crisp breadcrumb and Parmesan topping adds a golden, lightly crunchy layer that contrasts beautifully with the tender texture of the scallops beneath. Because scallops cook very quickly, this dish comes together fast, making it ideal for an elegant weeknight meal or a simple yet impressive starter. Preparing the scallops in a single layer ensures they cook evenly, while the garlic butter mixture infuses them with aromatic warmth as they bake.
Ingredients
- 1 lb (450 g) large sea scallops
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup breadcrumbs (panko or regular)
- 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- Lemon wedges, for serving
