This fried scallops recipe is everyone's favorite and has become a regular dish at our family fry nights. If serving as a main dish, make twice as many servings as people (about 8 scallops per person).
Ingredients
- 4 cups vegetable oil for frying
- 2 cups buttermilk
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 0.5 tablespoons salt
- 0.5 tablespoons ground black pepper
- 12 large fresh scallops
Instructions
-
1
Heat oil in a deep fryer or large saucepan to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
-
2
Pour buttermilk into a bowl. Combine flour, salt, and pepper in a second bowl. Dip 4 or 5 scallops in buttermilk, then roll in flour mixture until thickly coated.
-
3
Cook coated scallops in hot oil until golden and crispy, 3 to 4 minutes. Drain on a paper towel-lined plate. Repeat coating and frying remaining scallops.
Nutrition Facts
Per serving
Want to cook this?
Open in the PantryLink app to scale servings, check your pantry stock, and generate a shopping list.
Sign In to Save Recipe Create Free AccountSuggest an Edit
Help improve this recipe's categorization, image, or dietary info. Earn points and badges!
Suggest Changes in AppPrefer a printed copy? Use our print-friendly view with adjustable servings and font size.
Open Print ViewMore Unknown Recipes
Instant Pot Pork Chops and Gravy
I seldom use canned soup, but I make an exception for this pork chop and gravy recipe made in the Instant Pot. It's so moist and tender — pure comfort food!
Chocolate Banana Peanut Butter Protein Shake
This chocolate protein shake is high in protein and tasty.
Tito's Bloody Mary
A classic brunch cocktail, our DIY variation packs some heat. If your guests start sweating, definitely do not apologize.