Recipe Details
Ingredients
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4cupsvegetable oil for frying
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2cupsbuttermilk
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2cupsall-purpose flour
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½tablespoonsalt
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½tablespoonground black pepper
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12largefresh scallops
Cooking Directions
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Heat oil in a deep fryer or large saucepan to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
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Pour buttermilk into a bowl. Combine flour, salt, and pepper in a second bowl. Dip 4 or 5 scallops in buttermilk, then roll in flour mixture until thickly coated.
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Cook coated scallops in hot oil until golden and crispy, 3 to 4 minutes. Drain on a paper towel-lined plate. Repeat coating and frying remaining scallops.
Editor’s Notes:
We have determined the nutritional value of oil for frying based on a retention value of 10% after cooking. Amount will vary depending on cooking time and temperature, ingredient density, and specific type of oil used.
Nutrition data for this recipe includes the full amount of buttermilk and flour. The actual amount of buttermilk and flour consumed will vary.
Nutrition Facts
| Full Nutrition Label | |
|---|---|
| Servings Per Recipe3 | |
| Calories769 | |
| % Daily Value * | |
| Total Fat 31g |
39% |
| Saturated Fat 6g |
31% |
| Cholesterol 83mg |
28% |
| Sodium 1915mg |
83% |
| Total Carbohydrate 85g |
31% |
| Dietary Fiber 3g |
10% |
| Total Sugars 8g |
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| Protein 37g |
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| Vitamin C 5mg |
24% |
| Calcium 260mg |
20% |
| Iron 5mg |
29% |
| Potassium 765mg |
16% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.
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