Battered Scallops

Crispy, golden, and irresistibly tender, these Battered Scallops are a seafood lover's dream! Featuring fresh, succulent scallops coated in a light and airy batter made with a hint of garlic and the effervescent lift of cold sparkling water, this recipe delivers restaurant-quality results right in your kitchen. Perfectly fried to a delicate crunch, these scallops boast an unbeatable contrast of textures that will delight your taste buds. Ready in just 25 minutes, they make an ideal appetizer or main course, especially when paired with a squeeze of zesty lemon. Easy to prepare with pantry staples, this dish is a showstopper for weeknights or special occasions. Make your seafood game unforgettable with these delectable Battered Scallops!

Nutriscore Rating: 59/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 g fresh scallops
• 150 g all-purpose flour
• 50 g cornstarch
• 1 tsp baking powder
• 1 tsp salt
• 0.5 tsp ground black pepper
• 0.5 tsp garlic powder
• 250 ml cold sparkling water
• 500 ml vegetable oil
• 1 piece lemon wedges

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the scallops under cold water and pat them dry thoroughly with paper towels. If necessary, remove the side muscle from each scallop.

Step 2

In a medium mixing bowl, combine the flour, cornstarch, baking powder, salt, black pepper, and garlic powder. Whisk together to ensure ingredients are well combined.

Step 3

Gradually add the cold sparkling water to the dry ingredients while whisking continuously until a smooth batter forms. The batter should be slightly thick but still fluid enough to coat the scallops.

Step 4

Heat the vegetable oil in a deep frying pan or heavy-bottomed pot over medium heat until it reaches 180°C (350°F).

Step 5

Working in batches, dip each scallop into the batter, allowing any excess batter to drip off, then gently lower into the hot oil.

Step 6

Fry the scallops for approximately 3-4 minutes, or until they are golden brown and cooked through, turning occasionally with a slotted spoon.

Step 7

Remove the scallops from the oil and let them drain on a plate lined with paper towels to absorb any excess oil.

Step 8

Repeat the battering and frying process with the remaining scallops.

Step 9

Serve the battered scallops hot with fresh lemon wedges on the side for squeezing.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1444.7 grams (1444.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	5093

Total Fat 447.60g	574%
Saturated Fat 64.10g	320%
Polyunsaturated Fat 284.00g
Cholesterol 205mg	68%
Sodium 6152mg	267%
Total Carbohydrate 191.60g	70%
Dietary Fiber 5.10g	18%
Total Sugars 0.50g
Protein 118.70g	237%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 141mg	11%
Iron 10mg	53%
Potassium 1766mg	38%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 76.4%

Protein: 9.0%

Carbs: 14.5%