Anyone up for some Louisiana - styled blackened scallops? Take a minute to check out this quick recipe, from fridge to plate in 15min.

BLACKENED SCALLOPS

it’s always best to cook Louisiana-style blackened fish outdoors to avoid filling the house with smoke.

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PREPARATION TIME  -10 MIN

COOKING TIME - 5 MIN

SERVINGS - 4

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INGREDIENTS

• 1 tbsp paprika

• 2 tsp garlic powder

• 1 tsp sugar

• 1/2 tsp celery salt

• 1/2 tsp dried oregano

• 1/8 tsp cayenne pepper

• 1 1/2 lb (675 g) medium or large scallops

• 2 tbsp (30 ml) melted butter

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PREPARATION

1. Place a cast iron skillet on the grill. Preheat the grill, setting the burners to high.

2. On a large plate, combine the paprika, garlic powder, sugar, celery salt, oregano and cayenne pepper.

3. In a bowl, toss the scallops with the melted butter. Coat the scallops with the spice mixture.

4. In the hot skillet, blacken the scallops for about 1 minute on each side, or until the desired doneness.

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