Scallops Wrapped in Bacon recipe

Scallops Wrapped in Bacon

Picture this as a sophisticated twist on a classic comfort food, where plump scallops get a cosy bacon embrace that's simply irresistible – it's like a seaside holiday wrapped in smokiness, with a marinade adding just the right zing to elevate the affair. This canapé offers an aspirational bite for gatherings, evoking feelings of indulgence and delight through its harmonious flavours of sweet and savoury seafood, complemented by the tender texture of scallops contrasted with crispy bacon.

The experience highlights the joy of simple ingredients like scallops and bacon, enhanced by a marinade that brings depth with elements such as balsamic and ginger, all tied together through a gentle marinating and wrapping technique. It's a recipe that feels effortlessly elegant, promising a burst of coastal freshness and warmth that lingers on the palate.

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12 Scallops

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Prep: 10 minutes (30 minutes to 2 hours to marinate)
Cook: 3 - 5 minutes

Ingredients

12 scallops without roe
6 thin smoked streaky bacon slices (rindless)

Marinade

2 tbsp olive oil
1 tbsp balsamic vinegar
2 tbsp brown sugar
1 tsp ground ginger
1 garlic clove, crushed

Method

Place all the marinade ingredients in bowl large enough to hold the scallops. Mix together until well combined.
Place the scallops in the marinade, coating them well, cover and place in the refrigerator. Marinate for 30 minutes to 2 hours.
Flatten out the bacon with the side of a knife, then slice each one in half. Wrap the scallops in the bacon and place a toothpick through each one to secure the bacon.
Cook the scallops for 3-5 minutes under a hot grill until just cooked. Serve.

To barbecue place 3-5 bacon wrapped scallops on skewers soaked in water. Place on moderate barbecue and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side so that they are just cooked.