Deep-Fried Scallop Bites

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Trap the flavor of fresh scallops in a tasty fried blanket in this easy recipe for the deep fryer.
Ready in: 22 mins

Ingredients

Serves: 6

• 2 eggs, beaten
• 2 tablespoons milk
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/8 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 cup dried bread crumbs
• 2 pounds large scallops, rinsed and cut in half
• Vegetable oil, for frying

Preparation method

Prep: 10 mins | Cook: 12 mins

1. Fill a deep fryer with oil according to manufacturer’s instructions. Heat to 375 degrees F.
2. Whisk eggs, milk, salt, and pepper together in a shallow pie pan. Pour bread crumbs into a second pan.
3. Dredge scallops in the bread crumbs, then coat in egg mixture. Dredge a second time in the bread crumbs.
4. Working in batches, fry the scallops in hot oil until browned on both sides. Each batch will take about 4 minutes. Drain on paper towels and serve.