Smoked Scallops

5 from 1 vote

Smoked Scallops are cooked perfectly in the smoker. The delicious garlic butter sauce makes these a delicious appetizer or main dish recipe.

Prep Time10

Cook Time30

Total Time40

Course: Main Course

Cuisine: American

Keyword: Smoked Scallops

Servings:

Calories: 212kcal

Preheat the smoker to 225°F and prepare the wood chips for smoking.
Rinse the scallops under cold water and pat them dry with paper towels.
In a bowl, toss the scallops with olive oil and season them with salt and pepper to taste.
Place the scallops on a grill basket or skewers to prevent them from falling through the smoker grates.
Place the scallops in the smoker and smoke for 20-30 minutes, or until they reach an internal
temperature of 145°F. The scallops should be opaque and slightly firm to the touch.
While the scallops are smoking, prepare the lemon butter sauce. In a small saucepan, melt the unsalted butter over low heat.
Add the lemon juice, minced garlic, chopped parsley, salt, and pepper to the melted butter. Stir to combine and keep the sauce warm over low heat.
Remove the scallops from the smoker and transfer them to a serving platter.
Drizzle the warm lemon butter sauce over the smoked scallops.

For smoking scallops, choose large, fresh sea scallops for best results.

I suggest using mild wood chips like apple or cherry to avoid overpowering the scallops' delicate flavor.

Be careful not to overcook the scallops, as they can quickly become tough and rubbery.