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Easy Grilled Scallops

Scallops are one of the simplest things to grill and so delicious when done right. It just takes a hot gas grill, some salt and pepper and quality scallops. Follow this recipe for easy grilled scallops using your gas grill.

Ingredients

For the Scallops

6 Sea scallops
Sea Salt
Black pepper

Preparation

  1. Allow the scallops to rest at room temperature for 20 minutes. While waiting, preheat the gas grill to 230°C.
  2. Place the scallops on the grill for 90 seconds. Then turn 90 degrees for good cross-hatch marks. Grill another 90 seconds.
  3. Flip and repeat on the other side.
    HOT TIP – Scallops can overcook easily becoming tough and dry. Try to remove them from the grill just as they turn from translucent to a firmer white.
  4. Remove the scallops from the grill. Season with pepper and sea salt and serve.
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