Bourbon Bacon Scallops
Indulge in the irresistible combination of sweet, smoky, and savory flavors with these Bourbon Bacon Scallops, a show-stopping seafood appetizer that’s perfect for special occasions or elegant dinners. Juicy sea scallops are wrapped in crispy bacon, seared to perfection, and glazed with a luscious bourbon reduction infused with brown sugar, soy sauce, and garlic. The resulting dish boasts a perfect balance of caramelized sweetness and rich umami, with just a hint of smoky sophistication. Quick and easy to prepare in under 40 minutes, these bacon-wrapped scallops are ideal for impressing guests or treating yourself to a gourmet dining experience at home. Serve them hot with an extra drizzle of that irresistible bourbon glaze for an unforgettable bite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 pieces Sea scallops
- 12 slices Thin-cut bacon
- 1 cup Bourbon
- 2 tablespoons Brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon Soy sauce
- 2 cloves Garlic
- 2 tablespoons Butter
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 12 pieces Toothpicks
Instructions
Begin by patting the sea scallops dry with a paper towel. Lightly season each scallop with salt and black pepper on both sides.
In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine the bourbon, brown sugar, soy sauce, and minced garlic. Stir regularly and cook for 4-5 minutes until the mixture reduces slightly and becomes syrupy. Remove from heat and set aside.
Wrap each scallop with one slice of bacon and secure it with a toothpick. Ensure the bacon overlaps slightly to prevent unwrapping during cooking.
Heat the olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium heat until the butter is melted and begins to bubble.
Place the bacon-wrapped scallops in the skillet, ensuring they do not overlap. Sear for 2-3 minutes on each side until the bacon begins to crisp.
Reduce the heat to medium-low and brush the prepared bourbon glaze generously over each scallop. Continue cooking for an additional 6-8 minutes, turning occasionally, until the scallops are opaque and the bacon is fully cooked.
Remove the scallops from the skillet and transfer to a serving platter.
Serve immediately, garnished with an extra drizzle of bourbon glaze if desired. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2179 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 112.1 g | 144% | |
| Saturated Fat | 39.5 g | 198% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 333 mg | 111% | |
| Sodium | 7430 mg | 323% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 38.4 g | 14% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.3 g | 1% | |
| Total Sugars | 17.7 g | ||
| Protein | 99.7 g | 199% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 75 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 3.2 mg | 18% | |
| Potassium | 1733 mg | 37% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
