Fried Scallops

5 from 6 votes

Fried Scallops are such a tasty and delicious treat! With a crispy breading and a tender scallop inside, these will get eaten up in no time!

Prep Time10

Cook Time5

Total Time15

Course: Appetizer, Main Course

Cuisine: American

Servings:

Calories: 392kcal

Rinse scallops under cold water then pat dry. Remove any tough white side muscle if present.
1 lb scallops
Mix flour, cornstarch, salt, garlic powder, paprika, and pepper.
½ cup flour, ½ cup cornstarch, 1 teaspoon salt, 1 teaspoon paprika, ½ teaspoon pepper, 1 teaspoon garlic powder
Whisk eggs and water in a separate bowl.
2 large eggs, ¼ cup water
In a third bowl add the breadcrumbs.
1 ½ cup bread crumbs
Add oil to a wok or cast-iron pan and heat to 340°F.
While oil is heating dip scallops into flour, then eggs, then bread crumbs.
Fry scallops working in batches to not overcrowd your pan (6-10 at a time), fry until golden brown, 1 ½ -2 minutes.
4 cups vegetable oil
Remove from oil and place on a paper-towel-lined plate.
Repeat with the remaining scallops. Try to keep the oil temperature around 250-300°F.
Serve right away with cocktail sauce, tartar sauce, and fresh lemons!

Tips and Tricks

Oil Temperature: Heat the oil to 340°F. The temperature will lower after the first fry but try to keep the temp in the range of 250-300°F.
Storage: Like most fried food these are best eaten fresh. However, store leftovers in an air-tight container in the fridge and eat within 2-3 days.
Nutrition Info does not include oil for frying.