These Keto Crispy Lemon Garlic Scallops are the best because they are a protein-rich & indulgent-looking meal. These scallops are crispy on the exterior and juicy & soft on the inside after being air-fried till they get golden perfection when they get covered in a thin crust made of Parmesan cheese & almond flour. They are loaded with flavor in every mouthful, thanks to the addition of garlic, lemon zest, and herbs. They are a healthy & keto option since the air fryer adds that wonderful crunch without requiring deep frying. The Crispy Lemon Garlic Scallops go well with a side dish of roasted vegetables or a crisp green salad and are ideal as a main course or a sophisticated appetizer, as they give your kitchen, restaurant-caliber flavor.
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STATS:
- Calories: 180 kcal
- Prep time: Ten mins
- Cook time: Eight to ten mins
- Serving size: 4 to 6 scallops
- Servings: 4
- Cuisine: American
- Total time: Twenty mints.
- Course: Main Dish
- Diet: Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free
EQUIPMENT:
- Paper towel
- Bowl
- Air fryer
- Spatula
- Serving plate
INGREDIENTS:
- One lb. sea scallops
- Two tbsp. olive oil
- 2 pieces garlic
- 1 tsp. lemon zest
- 1 tbsp. lemon juice
- ½ cup crushed pork rinds
- ¼ tsp. paprika
- Salt & pepper
- Fresh parsley
- Lemon wedges
INGREDIENTS NOTES:
SEA SCALLOPS:
- Sea scallop is the key component which are soft, somewhat sweet, fast to prepare, and good at absorbing flavors.
OLIVE OIL:
- Olive oil is used to sear the scallops, which gives them a rich, smooth taste and a golden exterior.
GARLIC:
- We can use the mince or coarsely sliced garlic for a sharp, flavorful boost that goes well with scallops.
LEMON ZEST:
- Lemon zest adds a fragrant, lemony freshness without the acidity of juice.
LEMON JUICE:
- Lemon juice counter balances the indulgence of the scallops, and olive oil with its acidic combination.
PORK RINDS:
- We can use these pork rinds crumbs as a keto-friendly, and low carbs substitute of original breadcrumbs to provide a crunchy taste to these scallops.
PAPRIKA:
- Paprika gives the food a hint of smokiness and a deep hue.
PEPPER POWDER & SALT:
- We can season the dish with salt and pepper. This balances and brings out the tastes of everything else.
FRESH PARRSLEY:
- Fresh parsley is chopped and used as a garnish for a subtle herbal flavor and a splash of color.
LEMON SLICES:
- Lemon slices are served separately so that they may be squeezed over the scallops to add more brightness.
Free Keto Meal Plan: STEP-BY-STEP KETO DIET PLAN FOR BEGINNERS
INSTRUCTION:
- We can use the paper towels to pat dry the scallops.
- This pat drying part is important to attain a crunchy outer layer.
- Then we can take a bowl and add the paprika powder, lemon zest, black pepper powder, lemon juice, olive oil, salt, & garlic.
- We would grab another bowl and add the scallops to the bowl.
- Then gently pour the marinade over the scallops and give the scallops five minutes to get marinated.
- Then we can press each scallops into the crumbled pork rinds to lightly coat these scallops.
- We have to be sure that the temperature is 400°F.
- Put the marinated scallops in the basket in one layer.
- Then we can fry these scallops for 8 to 10 minutes by turning them halfway till they get golden & crispy.
- When they get air-fried then we can garnish these Crispy Lemon Garlic Scallops with some freshly squeezed lemon juice and chopped parsley.
TIPS:
- We should have to avoid packing the basket too full to ensure balanced air circulation.
- You can also gently mist it with avocado oil for added crispness before cooking.
- The cooking time for these scallops may differ somewhat because of the scallop’s size & the type of air fryer.
STORAGE INFORMATION:
FRIDGE:
- We can put the remaining cooked scallops in the closed box and store these scallops for around 2 days.
FREEZER:
- We can put the marinated scallops in a closed box and store these scallops for like one month. We should not have to freeze the cooked scallops as they mostly lose their texture when we warm up these scallops again.
REHEAT:
- We can warm up these scallops in the air fryer.
FAQs:
Are these lemon & garlic scallops low in carbs?
- Yes, these lemon & garlic scallops are low in carbs and contain only 2g of net carbs or total carbs with 0g fiber, but these scallops are rich in protein and comprise 20g of protein.
Will we store this dish?
- Yes, you could store these lemon & garlic scallops in a closed box for around 2 days in the fridge & you can freeze the marinated scallops for more than one month don’t freeze the cooked scallops because they can lose their texture when they get reheated.
Free Keto Meal Plan: STEP-BY-STEP KETO DIET PLAN FOR BEGINNERS
NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION:
Calories: 180 kcal
Carbs: 2g
Total carbs: 2g
Fiber: 0g
Protein: 20g
Fat: 10g
Sodium: 350mg
Potassium: 310mg
Calcium: 15mg
Iron: 0.6mg
Vitamin A: 90 IU
Serving size: 4 to 6 scallops