Scallops are the bivalve mollusks.  Numerous species found in the saltwater can be called by name “Scallops”.  Being a bivalve mollusk means that the species have two outer shells which have surrounded the internal muscle. This is almost a similar thing to oysters.

Scallops are equally liked all around the world, and they are considered a shellfish type of food. The scallops which are most like by the Americans, have a shell that is shaped like a saucer. The shell has fluted edges. In other words, the edges are scalloped.

Best Air Fryer Scallop Recipe (Flavorful And Appetizing)

You can simply call the scallops another seafood that is unique in its taste. They also look beautiful besides being tasty as all the two shells have different color shades that make them look beautiful than other clams species. The top shell may contain a reddish-pink color or something like brownish.  On the other side, the lower shell has a creamy or simple white color.

There are a few out of all, which have a different color scheme of shells than the rest. Up to 5 or 10 percent may have white or creamy shells. These are called albinos.

Cooking the scallops with your air fryer is a breeze. Saying that means that, you can make your favorite delicious dinner within 10 minutes. And the procedure is effort-free. You can cook the flavorsome scallops while talking on the phone on playing your favorite game online.

How to cook the best air fryer scallop

Just like other kinds of seafood, there can be several cooking recipes with slight, or major variations which allow you to enjoy the scallops in unique ways. The following recipe has been selected based on quick-cooking needs with simple ingredients that are commonly available at home.

This recipe will cook the scallops for a two-persons serving and the total time you need to eat your favorite scallops dinner is around 10 to 12 minutes. In case you have more guests at home, you can rationally increase the ingredients according to the requirement.

The important thing you need to take care of is that always use well-dried scallops to cook, otherwise you will miss the real outside crisp because of imperfect cooking.

Ingredients

• ¼ teaspoon pepper
• ½ teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon fresh chives (chopped)
• 1 teaspoon garlic cloves (minced)
• 1 teaspoon lemon juice
• 3 tablespoons butter
• 6 scallops

Process

Before proceeding to the cooking, you will need to rinse the scallops for a short while. Dry them with kitchen paper thoroughly. You can also use a clean kitchen towel in absence of paper. Apply the towel softly on the scallops.

Mix the salt and pepper in a bowl and apply each side of the scallops evenly. The more evenly scallops are seasoned with salt and pepper, the tastier they will be.

Lubricate the air fryer basket with cooking oil. Spray a slight quantity of oil on the basket that does not make a thick layer of oil over there. Place the scallops in the basket. Do not stack one above the other. Only make one layer of scallops. If you are making more scallops that can not be adjusted in the basket at one time, cook them in batches.

The required temperature of the air fryer to cook the scallops is 400°F. Set the air fryer at that level and start cooking for over ten minutes. On lapsing the half of cooking time, flip the scallops upside down and resume cooking.

Let’s not waste the time meanwhile. Take the minced garlic and add it put them in a frying pan along with butter. Let them melt together for a while. Once done, convert the content in a bowl and add lemon juice, and chives to it, Stir the ingredients together unless they are evenly combined.

Check the air fryer, if the cooking time is up, take the scallops out of it and place them in the serving tray.  Drizzle the butter mixture over the scallops. Your delectable and yummy scallops are ready for serving.

Serving

Boil some white rice to be served with the yummy scallops. You can also serve the air fryer-cooked scallops with steamed or roasted vegetables. You are free to pick the vegetable of your choice as a side serving.

Preparing something that has an overriding taste is not a good idea. That will not let you enjoy the scallops, so keep the side dishes simple. For dipping or glazing, you can choose your favorite sauces if required.

Health Benefits

The good news is that amongst the variety of seafood, scallops are considered to be one of the most healthy foods. Scallops are something that can satisfy your appetite for longer because of their low-fat containment. The protein level of scallops is up to 80 percent of whole food. Scallops provide most of the healthy vitamins and minerals as well as there is a powerhouse for necessary antioxidants.

A 6 oz of scallops may contain up to 185 calories along with 34 grams of protein. You also receive a sufficient quantity of phosphorus, vitamin B12, selenium, and potassium from a regular intake of scallops.

Scallops also contain healthy fatty acids namely omega-3. Omega-3 fatty acids are healthy fats that support the human body for strengthening the nervous system, and heartbeat regulation as well as memory improvement.

Possible Health Risks

The downside of eating scallops may be that they contain an element called purine. Purine is considered a major cause of kidney stones. The risk is for the people who are purine sensitive.

There are found a couple of heavy metals in the scallops during different researches. The experts found samples of cadmium, mercury, and lead, etc in the scallops while studying.

Final Thoughts

There are always some risks attached to the things that have benefits. The thing to note is that either the risks are higher or the benefits. The examples of metal we have presented above are for information purposes and are rare to be found. This does not mean that one should quit eating his favorite food. Have a look at the countless benefits of the scallops and get ready to enjoy the taste beyond the world.