Pancetta-Wrapped Scallops with Lemon
- 6 large sea scallops (about 1/2 pound), membrane removed, scallops quartered
- 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- Four 3-inch-long strips of lemon zest plus 1 teaspoon finely grated zest for garnish
- 2 fresh rosemary sprigs plus 2 teaspoons finely chopped rosemary for garnish
- Freshly ground pepper
- 12 thin slices of pancetta (about 4 ounces), halved
- In a bowl, toss the scallops with the olive oil, lemon zest strips, rosemary sprigs and pepper and let marinate in the refrigerator for 2 hours.
- In another bowl, soak 24 wooden toothpicks in water for 2 hours.
- Preheat the broiler.
- Remove the scallops from the marinade and lightly pat them dry.
- Drain the toothpicks.
- Wrap each piece of scallop in a slice of pancetta, secure with a toothpick and transfer to a broiler pan.
- Broil the scallops for about 1 minute per side, turning once, until the pancetta sizzles and the scallops are firm but not rubbery.
- In a small bowl, combine the grated lemon zest and chopped rosemary.
- Dip one end of each wrapped scallop in the lemon-herb mixture, transfer to a platter and serve.
extravirgin olive oil, lemon zest, rosemary, freshly ground pepper, thin
Taken from www.foodandwine.com/recipes/pancetta-wrapped-scallops-with-lemon (may not work)