fried sea scallops
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!
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serves
2-4
prep time
5 Min
cook time
5 Min
method
Pan Fry
Ingredients For fried sea scallops
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12-14fresh or frozen sea scallops, thawed and patted dry
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2egg whites
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1 cflour
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1/4 tspsalt
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dashground pepper
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canola oil for frying
How To Make fried sea scallops
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1Thaw scallops in cold water. Pat as dry as possible with paper towels.
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2Sift together flour, salt, pepper in a shallow bowl.
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3Beat egg whites
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4Roll Scallops in flour, dip in egg wash and then roll in flour again.
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5Let scallops sit on a try while oil heats
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6Heat 1 inches of oil in a deep skillet.
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7Gently place scallops into the hot oil. Cook until golden and crispy, about 2 minutes per side. Drain on wire rack or paper towels.
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8Sprinkle with a bit more salt if needed.
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