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Air Fryer Garlic Butter Scallops

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These air fryer scallops are perfectly golden and tender in minutes. A simple yet elegant dish for any weeknight or special occasion.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 8 minutes
Total Time 18 minutes
Course Appetizer
Cuisine American
Servings 2 servings
Calories 261 kcal

Equipment

  • air fryer

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb Large Sea Scallops
  • 2 tbsp Melted Butter
  • 1 tsp Minced Garlic
  • 1/2 tsp Salt
  • 1/4 tsp Black Pepper
  • 1 tbsp Fresh Lemon Juice

Instructions
 

  • Pat the sea scallops completely dry with paper towels to ensure they get a good sear.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together the melted butter, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper.
  • Toss the dried scallops in the garlic butter mixture until fully coated.
  • Place the scallops in the air fryer basket in a single layer with space between them.
  • Air fry at 400F for 6 to 8 minutes, flipping halfway through, until opaque and slightly golden on the edges.
  • Drizzle with fresh lemon juice right before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 261kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 28gFat: 13g
Keyword air fryer, garlic butter scallops, quick appetizer, seafood
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