Baked Scallops with Ritz Crackers
User Reviews
4.9
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
20 mins
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Total Time
30 mins
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Servings
8
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Calories
179 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Baked Scallops with Ritz Crackers
Description
This recipe prepares sea scallops by seasoning them with salt, pepper, and fresh minced thyme, then coating them in buttermilk to enhance moisture and flavor. The scallops are arranged in an oven-proof casserole dish and topped with hand-crushed Ritz crackers, which provide a buttery, slightly sweet crust once baked. Melted butter is poured over the cracker topping, encouraging browning and adding richness during the 20-minute bake at 400°F.
The cooking method results in a crisp, golden topping that contrasts with the tender and juicy scallops. The buttermilk contributes a slight tang and helps the seasoning adhere better. After baking, fresh lemon juice is squeezed over the scallops, lending a bright acidity that cuts through the richness of the butter and crackers.
Served immediately, this preparation makes an elegant yet straightforward seafood entree or appetizer highlighting the texture interplay between crispy topping and soft scallops.
Ingredients
- 2 pounds sea scallops
- salt to taste
- black pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon thyme minced, fresh leaves
- 1/2 cup buttermilk
- 20 Ritz crackers hand crushed
- 1/4 cup butter melted
- lemon juice of 1
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F.
- In a bowl, season the scallops with salt and pepper. Add the thyme and buttermilk and toss to coat.
- Place the scallops in an oven-proof casserole dish and cover with the hand-crushed Ritz Crackers.
- Top with the melted butter and bake for 20 minutes.
- Squeeze lemon juice over the scallops and serve immediately.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 8Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 179 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 179kcal | 9% |
| Carbohydrates | 10g | 3% |
| Protein | 14g | 28% |
| Fat | 8g | 12% |
| Saturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Cholesterol | 44mg | 15% |
| Sodium | 577mg | 24% |
| Potassium | 280mg | 6% |
| Fiber | 0g | 0% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 215IU | 4% |
| Vitamin C | 7.2mg | 8% |
| Calcium | 41mg | 4% |
| Iron | 0.8mg | 4% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.9
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