Easiest Way to Cook Delicious Grilled Scallops, Wrapped in Bacon

Grilled Scallops, Wrapped in Bacon. Arrange bacon slices in single layer on bacon grilling rack or shallow disposable foil pan. Remove bacon from grill; cool slightly. Arrange the scallops directly on the grill grate.

Take each half strip of bacon and wrap the scallops. Use a toothpick to secure the bacon in place so it doesn't unravel. Brush the alder wood smoked maple syrup onto the scallops. You can have Grilled Scallops, Wrapped in Bacon using 6 ingredients and 5 steps. Here is how you cook it.

Ingredients of Grilled Scallops, Wrapped in Bacon

1. You need 8 of fresh sea scallops (medium).
2. Prepare 1/4 cup of light or clear Italian salad dressing.
3. You need 4 slices of bacon, cut in half.
4. Prepare of Drizzle of balsamic vinegar.
5. Prepare 2 sprigs of basil (garnish).
6. You need 2 of bamboo skewers, (soaked in water).

My bacon wrapped scallop recipe is easy and quick. You just need enough time to get the bacon cooked and make sure not to overcook the scallop in the process. The salt in the bacon and the scallops do the job and the flavors of each compliment each other like a pair of teenagers about to go on their. Bacon-wrapped scallops are tender, buttery, garlicky and absolutely delish!!

Grilled Scallops, Wrapped in Bacon step by step

1. Rinse scallops and pat dry with a paper towel. Place the scallops flat side down on a plate and pour the salad dressing over them. Refrigerate. After 3minutes, flip them over..
2. Heat up the bacon slices in a fry pan, slightly brown on both sides, for a few minutes total. Do not overcook them to crispness. Remove slices from pan and rest on a paper towel sheet..
3. Wrap 1 bacon slice around the edge of the scallop. Pierce the scallop with the skewer near the end of the bacon slice and drive the skewer through. Repeat this step for the other scallops, until you have 4 per skewer..
4. Place the skewers on a medium heated grill that has been cleaned, brushed, and oiled to prevent sticking. Grill about 3-4 minutes per side. [Have a squirt bottle of water handy to prevent possible flare-ups].
5. Plate the skewers with a side of rice, vegetables, etc. Drizzle the scallops with some balsamic vinegar, garnish with basil, and enjoy..

They can be an appetizer or a main dish and can be cooked on the grill, broiled, or cooked in the air fryer! Heat up the grill and place the bacon-wrapped scallops on the grill. Keep turning the scallops until the bacon becomes charred, brown and slightly crispy. Turn the skewers around so the bacon is grilled with direct heat. Grill until the bacon becomes nicely charred all around.