fried sea scallops

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Detroit, MI
Updated on Nov 18, 2025

This is my kid's favorite dish to order at our favorite seafood restaurant in coastal North Carolina. They are so good! This isn't a copy cat recipe, just me trying to mimick an awesome dish. I think I've come close!

prep time 5 Min
cook time 5 Min
method Pan Fry
yield 2-4 serving(s)

Ingredients

  • 12-14 fresh or frozen sea scallops, thawed and patted dry
  • 2 egg whites
  • 1 cup flour
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • dash ground pepper
  • canola oil for frying

How To Make fried sea scallops

  • Step 1
    Thaw scallops in cold water. Pat as dry as possible with paper towels.
  • Step 2
    Sift together flour, salt, pepper in a shallow bowl.
  • Step 3
    Beat egg whites
  • Step 4
    Roll Scallops in flour, dip in egg wash and then roll in flour again.
  • Step 5
    Let scallops sit on a try while oil heats
  • Step 6
    Heat 1 inches of oil in a deep skillet.
  • Step 7
    Gently place scallops into the hot oil. Cook until golden and crispy, about 2 minutes per side. Drain on wire rack or paper towels.
  • Step 8
    Sprinkle with a bit more salt if needed.

Nutrition Facts

(per serving*)
calories: 429kcal, carbohydrates: 51g, cholesterol: 22mg, fat: 15g, fiber: 2g, protein: 21g, saturated fat: 1g, sodium: 695mg, sugar: 0g, unsaturated fat: 14g
*Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Nutrition information is estimated.

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Ingredient: Seafood
Method: Pan Fry
Culture: American
Category: Seafood

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