Want a seafood option besides smoked seafood? This will turn a lot of heads! Scallops wrapped in smoked bacon have the ideal balance of salty and smoky flavors. These delectable snacks are a delectable dinner or appetizer.
Smoked Bacon Wrapped Scallops Recipe
Smoked scallops wrapped in bacon are the ideal fusion of salty and smoky flavors. These delectable snacks are a delectable dinner or appetizer.
Equipment
- Smoker
- Toothpicks
- Small bowl
Ingredients
- 1 Dozen Sea Scallops
- Olive Oil
- 1 Lb Thin Sliced Bacon
- 1/4 Cup Paprika
- 2 Tablespoon Garlic Powder
- 1 Tablespoon Black Pepper
- 2 Tablespoon Lemon Juice
Instructions
- To make a dry rub, combine lemon juice, paprika, garlic powder, and black pepper in a small bowl.
- Seal and gently roll the scallops in the 1/4 cup of olive oil before placing them in a sealed plastic bag.
- Recoat the item with 1 Tbsp of the dry rub mixture by rolling it lightly. For one hour, chill in the refrigerator.
- Roll a piece of finely sliced bacon around each scallop before spearing with a toothpick.
- Heat smoker to 210 °F.
- The interior temperature of the scallops should reach 145 °F after approximately 50 minutes of cooking on the smoker grate. Serve.
