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Blackened Scallops

Name: Blackened Scallops
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 5 min
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 4 serving(s)
Ingredients: 1 tbsp paprika; 2 tsp garlic powder; 1 tsp sugar; 1/2 tsp celery salt; 1/2 tsp dried oregano; 1/8 tsp cayenne pepper; 1 1/2 lb (675 g) medium or large scallops; 2 tbsp (30 ml) melted butter

4 stars (15) Rate this recipe

Preparation: 10 MIN
Cooking: 5 MIN
Servings: 4

Ingredients
Preparation

Ingredients

1 tbsp paprika
2 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp sugar
1/2 tsp celery salt
1/2 tsp dried oregano
1/8 tsp cayenne pepper
1 1/2 lb (675 g) medium or large scallops
2 tbsp (30 ml) melted butter

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Preparation

Place a cast iron skillet on the grill. Preheat the grill, setting the burners to high.
On a large plate, combine the paprika, garlic powder, sugar, celery salt, oregano and cayenne pepper.
In a bowl, toss the scallops with the melted butter. Coat the scallops with the spice mixture.
In the hot skillet, blacken the scallops for about 1 minute on each side, or until the desired doneness.

Note

It’s always best to cook Louisiana-style blackened fish outdoors to avoid filling the house with smoke.

Good with...

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Comments

Carolyn R.

4 stars September 6th, 2014

Make sure the scallops are at room temperature before adding the melted butter. The seasoning is just right. The sugar carmelizes on the cast iron pan imparting excellent flavor. Thanks, Ricardo.
Linda G.

5 stars August 3rd, 2014

Omg fabulous.......i had last ate blackened scallops at this little restaurant in Flaglar, florida by the sea they were amazing....so i was nostalgic...so i picked up Ricardo,s recipe......they taste exactly the same...the seasoning was just perfect. Thank you Ricardo for this recipe.
Helen P.

5 stars February 18th, 2013

The seasoning is too strong for the mild tasting scallops. The skillet on the grill didn't give the scallops a smokey taste either. Disappointing.