Baked scallop shells with garlic
4 servings
30 minutes
Scallops baked with garlic are a refined dish of European cuisine that captivates with its tenderness and aroma. Historically, scallops were considered a delicacy available only to the chosen few, but today gourmets around the world enjoy their flavor. Baked in the oven with garlic, butter, and a generous layer of grated cheese, they acquire incredible juiciness and an appetizing golden crust. Their taste is a combination of the soft texture of seafood, spicy notes of garlic, and creamy tenderness of cheese. They are best served immediately after baking, right in their shells, enjoying the rich sea aroma. This is the perfect dish for a cozy dinner with wine or a festive table where sophistication of taste and simplicity of preparation are appreciated.
1
Preheat the oven to 200 degrees. Line the baking tray with foil or parchment paper. Rinse the scallop shells with their contents to remove sand, and place them on the lined tray.
- Scallop shells: 1 kg
2
In each shell, squeeze garlic onto the 'penny' and place butter on the tip of a knife. Then generously sprinkle grated cheese on top, enough to fit in the shell. Place in a preheated oven and cook until the cheese melts - usually about 15 minutes.
- Garlic: 1 head
- Butter: to taste
- Hard cheese: 300 g
3
Take out of the oven and serve! Eat directly from the shells.