Garlic Butter Scallop Skewers Delight

Understanding the allure of seafood dishes, garlic butter scallop skewers stand out for their exquisite flavor and elegant presentation. This recipe combines fresh sea scallops with a zesty garlic butter marinade to create a mouthwatering dish perfect for any gathering. The rich, buttery notes meld seamlessly with the bright taste of lemon and aromatic garlic, making them an exceptional choice for both casual barbecues and sophisticated dinner parties.

Garlic Butter Scallop Skewers Delight

These Garlic Butter Scallop Skewers are a delicious and flavorful dish, perfect for grilling enthusiasts. The scallops are marinated in a rich garlic butter sauce and grilled to perfection.

Course Main Course

Cuisine American

Keyword appetizer, easy recipe, garlic butter, grilling, scallops, seafood, skewers

Prep Time 20

Cook Time 6

Total Time 40

Servings 4

Calories 250kcal

Ingredients

1 pound large sea scallops
4 tablespoons unsalted butter
4 cloves garlic
2 tablespoons fresh parsley
1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
1 teaspoon lemon zest
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
to taste salt
to taste freshly ground black pepper
bamboo or metal skewers

Instructions

In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the melted butter, minced garlic, chopped parsley, lemon juice, lemon zest, smoked paprika, and a pinch of salt and pepper.
Gently add the cleaned scallops to the bowl, tossing them in the marinade until coated.
Allow the scallops to marinate for about 15-20 minutes.
Preheat your grill or grill pan to medium-high heat.
Thread the marinated scallops onto the skewers, spacing them apart slightly.
Place the skewers on the grill and cook for approximately 2-3 minutes on each side.
Remove the skewers from the grill and brush with any leftover garlic butter marinade.
Serve immediately, garnished with additional parsley and lemon wedges.

Notes

For bamboo skewers, soak them in water for 30 minutes before use to prevent burning.