Half Shell Scallops

2-4 Servings

Ingredients

  • 12 half shell scallops

  • 40 g butter, ghee or macadamia oil -melted

  • 1 clove/s garlic -peeled and crushed

  • 1 lemon/s -zest finely grated

  • 2 tbsp flat leaf parsley -finely chopped

  • 30 g slivered almonds (¼ cup)


Method

These half shell scallops are an easy, elegant dish that will impress at any dinner party. With just a handful of ingredients and minimal prep time, they’re perfect for entertaining or a fancy yet simple weeknight meal.

  • Preheat your grill to high 180℃/350°F (fan-forced).

  • Arrange your scallops on a large baking tray.

  • Mix together the butter, garlic, lemon zest and parsley.

  • Spoon a little blob of the mixture onto the flesh of each scallop.

  • Top with a pinch of slivered almonds.

  • Pop under the pre-heated grill for 3 minutes (yes they cook super fast)