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Garlic Butter Air Fryer Scallops

Garlic Butter Air Fryer Scallops: Easy, Succulent Seafood Delight

Delight in this easy and succulent Garlic Butter Air Fryer Scallops recipe that brings the flavors of the sea right to your kitchen.

  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound scallops
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice
  • Salt to taste
  • Pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a small saucepan, melt butter over medium heat and add garlic. Sauté until fragrant.
  3. Add parsley and lemon juice to the garlic butter mixture and stir well.
  4. Season the scallops with salt and pepper, then place them in the air fryer basket in a single layer.
  5. Brush the scallops with the garlic butter mixture.
  6. Cook the scallops in the air fryer for about 8-10 minutes until they are opaque and cooked through.
  7. Serve immediately, drizzled with remaining garlic butter.

Notes

  • For a spicy kick, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the garlic butter.
  • Make sure to thoroughly dry the scallops before seasoning and cooking for the best texture.
  • Author: Souzan
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: seafood
  • Method: air fryer
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: gluten-free

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 4 scallops
  • Calories: 250
  • Sugar: 0g
  • Sodium: 500mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 1g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 22g
  • Cholesterol: 60mg

Keywords: Garlic Butter Air Fryer Scallops, Seafood, Easy Scallops, Air Fryer Recipes