Spicy Air-Fried Bay Scallops
Spicy Air-Fried Bay Scallops bring a gentle sweetness from tender scallops balanced by smoky paprika, chili powder, and a touch of cayenne heat. The quick air-fry gives a lightly crisp exterior while keeping the centers succulent, perfect for weeknight dinners or topping tacos, salads, and lettuce wraps. Serve hot with a squeeze of lemon or a cool crema for contrast.
- Prep5 mins
- Cook10 mins
- Serves4
- DifficultyEasy
- 1
Preheat the air fryer to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
- 2
In a bowl, mix bay scallops, smoked paprika, chili powder, olive oil, garlic powder, black pepper, and cayenne pepper until evenly coated; then place them in the air fryer basket.
- 3
Air fry until the scallops are cooked through, about 8 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through the cooking time.
- Calories 118.36 kcal Moderate
- Protein 20.61 g Good Source
- Carbs 3.8 g Moderate
- Total Fat 3.66 g Low Source
- Saturated Fat 0.59 g Low Source
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source
- Cholesterol 40.93 mg Moderate
- Sodium 178.86 mg Moderate
- Fiber 0.06 g Low Source
- Sugar 0.07 g Low Source
- Added Sugar 0.0 g Low Source
- Calcium 22.11 mg Low Source
- Iron 0.41 mg Low Source
- Potassium 6.24 mg Low Source
- Vitamin A 30.51 mcg_rae Low Source
- Vitamin C 5.22 mg Low Source
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
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