Description
Air Fryer Scallops are cooked to buttery, tender perfection in just minutes. Using simple ingredients you likely have on hand, this quick and easy recipe delivers perfectly cooked scallops with a crisp outside and juicy interior, finished with a fresh squeeze of lemon for added brightness.
Ingredients
Scallops
- 6 large sea scallops
- Spray cooking oil
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- Lemon wedges for serving
Instructions
- Prepare the scallops: Pat scallops dry with a paper towel to remove any excess moisture, ensuring a better sear and preventing steaming during cooking. Evenly sprinkle salt and black pepper over all sides of the scallops.
- Prepare the air fryer: Spray the inside of the air fryer basket lightly with cooking oil to prevent sticking. Arrange the scallops in a single layer inside the basket. Then, spray the tops of the scallops lightly with cooking oil to promote browning.
- Cook the scallops: Set the air fryer temperature to 400° Fahrenheit. Cook the scallops for a total of 6 minutes, flipping them halfway through the cooking time to ensure even cooking and a golden crust on both sides.
- Serve: Once cooked, remove scallops from the air fryer and serve immediately with lemon wedges for squeezing over the top, adding a bright burst of flavor.
Notes
- Recipe yields approximately 2 servings of 3 scallops each; adjust portion sizes to your preference.
- Nutritional values provided are estimates per serving; actual values may vary based on ingredients used.
- To determine serving weight, weigh the entire cooked recipe (excluding container weight) then divide by 2 for per serving weight.
- Prep Time: 2 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 minutes
- Category: Seafood
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
