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Pistachio Crusted Scallops
⏱ 25 minutes
🍽 4 people
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Ingredients
- 12 large scallops
- 1/2 cup pistachio meal
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 lemons, cut into wedges
- Fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
Preparation Steps
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a bowl, mix together pistachio meal, Parmesan cheese, garlic, salt, and pepper.
- Dip each scallop into the pistachio mixture, coating both sides evenly.
- Heat the olive oil in an oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the coated scallops for 2-3 minutes per side.
- Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 8-10 minutes, or until the scallops are cooked through.
- Remove the skillet from the oven and sprinkle with lemon zest.
- Serve the scallops hot, with lemon wedges and chopped parsley if desired.
- Garnish with additional pistachio meal and Parmesan cheese, if desired.
