The Captain’s Fried Scallop Recipe

Are you a scallop lover? There are many great ways to prepare scallops but fried scallops are a favorite of many. This recipe is easy, delicious, and restaurant quality. 

Ingredients:

• 1 Pound Jumbo Sea Scallops
• Fryer or 4 Cups of Vegetable or Canola Oil
• 2 Cups Buttermilk
• 2 Cups All Purpose Flour 
• 1/2 Tablespoon Kosher Salt
• 1/2 Tablespoon Ground Black Pepper
• 1/2 Tablespoon Paprika

Directions:

1. Dry the scallops with a paper towel.
2. Allow scallops to soak in buttermilk for 2-5 hours
3. Heat the fryer or oil to 400 degrees
4. Combine the flour, salt, pepper, and paprika well in a mixing bowl
5. Roll scallops in the flour mixture until well (thickly) coated
6. Cook the scallops in the 400 degree oil for 3 minutes and 30 seconds
7. Drain excess oil then serve!

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