Panko Parmesan RubCrusted Scallops
- 2 1/2 pounds large sea scallops (about 18)
- 8 tablespoons (1 stick) butter, melted
- 3/4 cup panko bread crumbs
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tablespoon Cheater Basic Dry Rub (page 45)
- Chopped fresh parsley
- 1 lemon, zested and cut into wedges
- HEAT the oven to 450F.
- Lightly coat a large rimmed baking sheet with nonstick cooking spray.
- RINSE the scallops and pat dry.
- Place the scallops in a large bowl with 6 tablespoons of the melted butter.
- Gently toss to coat evenly.
- COMBINE the panko, Parmesan, and dry rub in a shallow bowl and blend well.
- ROLL each scallop in the breading and place on the baking sheet.
- BAKE the scallops for 10 minutes.
- Remove them from the oven and heat the broiler.
- SPRINKLE the tops lightly with any leftover breading and drizzle with the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter.
- BROIL the scallops about 4 inches from the heat source for 3 to 5 minutes, until the tops are golden brown and crisp.
- SPRINKLE with parsley and lemon zest and serve with the lemon wedges.
butter, bread crumbs, parmesan cheese, cheater, fresh parsley, lemon
Taken from www.epicurious.com/recipes/food/views/panko-parmesan-rub-crusted-scallops-391376 (may not work)