Crispy scallops in filo pastry

Name: Crispy scallops in filo pastry
Prep time: 45 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 1 h 5 min
Yield: 12
Cuisine: En
Ingredients: 6 filo pastry sheets; 1/2 leek; 5 oz scallops (without the roe); pine nuts; olive oil; 1/2 lemon

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Appetizer

Very Easy

1 h 5 m

75 Kcal

Let's all agree that scallops and leeks are a winning combination, right? Make them even crispier for the holidays by wrapping them in filo pastry! This ultra-simple homemade recipe has been tested and approved by the entire Ptitchef team, of course ;-) For your Christmas appetizer, New Year's buffet, or any other festive event, this easy idea will get the festivities off to a great start!

Ingredients

6 filo pastry sheets
1/2 leek
5 oz scallops (without the roe)
pine nuts
olive oil
1/2 lemon

Materials

Muffin tin
8 cm (3-inch) round cookie cutter

Preparation

Preparation45 min

Cook time20 min

Brush some olive oil on a filo pastry sheet. Place another one on top and brush again with olive oil. Cover with a final sheet of filo pastry and brush with olive oil.
Using the cookie cutter, cut circles from the three stacked filo pastry sheets. Press each circle into a well of the muffin tin (there's no need to grease it).
Bake for 10 minutes at 350°F (180°C).
Wash and slice the leek. Sauté it in olive oil until tender.
Place some sautéed leek into each filo shell.
Sauté the scallops in hot olive oil until nicely browned.
Place scallops in each shell and add a few pine nuts to each one. Finally, drizzle a few drops of lemon juice into each shell.
And there you have it—your scallop bites are ready! They should be eaten immediately.

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FAQ ❓

How can you get perfectly golden scallop bites?

To get nicely golden bites, brush the filo pastry sheets generously with olive oil and bake them at the right temperature—180°C (350°F)—for 10 minutes.

Can you prepare the bites ahead of time?

It's best to eat the bites immediately after baking to enjoy their crisp texture. However, you can prepare the components separately ahead of time and assemble them just before serving.

What other ingredients can be added to the bites?

You can add fresh herbs such as chives or parsley, or vegetables such as spinach, to vary the flavors and textures.

What's the best way to serve these bites?

Serve them hot as an appetizer, accompanied by a light sauce such as lemon vinaigrette or yogurt sauce for a contrast of flavors.

Are scallop bites suitable for people with allergies?

This recipe contains seafood and pine nuts, so it isn't suitable for people who are allergic to these ingredients. Be sure to check for allergies before serving.