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Bacon Pistachio Crusted Scallops

Here's how you make Bacon Pistachio Crusted Scallops
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  • Servings: 4
  • Prep: 10m
  • Cook: 8m
    • The following recipe serves 4 people.

Ingredients

The ingredients are:
  • 8 ounces sliced bacon (8 strips, cooked & crumbled – reserve a small amount of bacon grease in the pan & set aside)
  • 1/4 cup pistachio nuts
  • 1 tablespoon green onions
  • 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 1/2 pounds scallops (to equal 12-15 large scallops)
  • Chopped scallions or parsley to sprinkle over finished product (optional)
We recommend you get your ingredients ready before you start cooking. Once you're ready, here are the steps to making this delicious recipe

How to Make

  • Step 1: Combine the bacon, pistachios, green onions and rosemary in a small food processor (or blender).

  • Step 2: Blend for 10-15 seconds, or until well combined.

  • Step 3: Place the mixture on a plate or in a shallow bowl.

  • Step 4: Sprinkle both sides of each scallop with salt and pepper.

  • Step 5: Coat each side of the scallop with the bacon pistachio mixture.

  • Step 6: Place that skillet with the reserved bacon fat back on the stove top over medium heat and add the scallops.

  • Step 7: Cook for 3-4 minutes per side. Transfer to plates and sprinkle with the optional chopped scallions or parsley.

  • Step 8: Yield: 10-15 scallops

We hope you enjoy this recipe!

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