Easy Fried Scallops

Name: Easy Fried Scallops
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 20 min
Ingredients: 4 cups vegetable oil for frying; 2 cups buttermilk; 2 cups all-purpose flour; 0.5 tablespoon salt; 0.5 tablespoon ground black pepper; 12 large fresh scallops

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This fried scallops recipe is everyone's favorite and has become a regular dish at our family fry nights. If serving as a main dish, make twice as many servings as people (about 8 scallops per person).

Recipe by MBeau

Updated on November 9, 2022

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Prep Time:

10 mins

Cook Time:

10 mins

Total Time:

20 mins

Servings:

3

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Ingredients

4 cups vegetable oil for frying
2 cups buttermilk
2 cups all-purpose flour
½ tablespoon salt
½ tablespoon ground black pepper
12 large fresh scallops

Directions

Heat oil in a deep fryer or large saucepan to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
Pour buttermilk into a bowl. Combine flour, salt, and pepper in a second bowl. Dip 4 or 5 scallops in buttermilk, then roll in flour mixture until thickly coated.
Cook coated scallops in hot oil until golden and crispy, 3 to 4 minutes. Drain on a paper towel-lined plate. Repeat coating and frying remaining scallops.

Editor's Notes:

We have determined the nutritional value of oil for frying based on a retention value of 10% after cooking. Amount will vary depending on cooking time and temperature, ingredient density, and specific type of oil used.

Nutrition data for this recipe includes the full amount of buttermilk and flour. The actual amount of buttermilk and flour consumed will vary.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

769	Calories
31g	Fat
85g	Carbs
37g	Protein

Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 3
Calories 769
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 31g	39%
Saturated Fat 6g	31%
Cholesterol 83mg	28%
Sodium 1915mg	83%
Total Carbohydrate 85g	31%
Dietary Fiber 3g	10%
Total Sugars 8g
Protein 37g
Vitamin C 5mg	24%
Calcium 260mg	20%
Iron 5mg	29%
Potassium 765mg	16%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.