Scallop and shrimp bake
Tender sea scallops and juicy shrimp are baked in a rich blend of butter, garlic, and bright lemon, creating a flavorful, oven-roasted seafood dish that’s both simple and elegant. The seafood turns perfectly succulent while absorbing the savory seasoning, with optional herbs and Parmesan adding depth and a lightly golden finish. This dish delivers a balance of buttery richness, fresh citrus, and gentle spice, making it ideal for weeknight dinners or special occasions. Perfect served with rice, roasted vegetables, or crusty bread to soak up the delicious pan juices.
Yield: 4 people
Equipment
- 1 Baking dish
- 1 mixing bowl
Materials
- 1 lb large shrimp peeled and deveined
- 1 lb sea scallops side muscle removed
- 3 tbsp butter melted
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp paprika or your Classic Smokehouse Rub
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp onion powder
- 1 tbsp fresh parsley chopped (or 1 tsp dried)
- ¼ tsp crushed red pepper flakes optional
- ½ lemon sliced
- Optional: ¼ cup grated Parmesan
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F.
- Prepare seafood
- Pat shrimp and scallops dry with a paper towel. This helps proper roasting.
- Make the seasoning mixture
- In a bowl, combine:
- melted butter
- olive oil
- garlic
- lemon juice
- paprika or rub
- black pepper
- onion powder
- parsley
- Assemble
- Place shrimp and scallops in a baking dish in a single layer.
- Pour the seasoning mixture over and gently toss.
- Optional topping
- Sprinkle Parmesan on top for a golden crust.
- Bake
- Bake 12–15 minutes until shrimp are pink and scallops are opaque.
- Optional finish
- Broil 1–2 minutes for light browning.
- Serve
- Squeeze fresh lemon over top.
Notes
Best Rub Options from Keiths' Kitchen Chronicles
Excellent with:- Classic Smokehouse Rub – mild and smoky
- Bold Southwest Rub – warmer flavor
- Lemon pepper blend – bright and fresh
- Buffalo rub – if you want spicy seafood
Optional Add-Ins
Add to baking dish:- asparagus
- cherry tomatoes
- zucchini
- mushrooms
Serve With
- Rice
- Roasted potatoes
- Garlic green beans
- Or crusty bread
