30 Smoked Scallops Recipes That Add the Most Incredible Flavors to Your Scallops! 

September 19, 2024
Written by Kristy J. Norton

If you have ever thought about smoking your scallops, then you are in the right place! This post will show you all the different ways that you can smoke scallops! These smoked scallop recipes run the gamut from simple to fancy – perfect for any meal that you would like to prepare! 

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1. Brined Smoked Scallops

These delicious smoked scallops get their flavor from being brined – the brine also ensures that the scallops remain nice and tender! Once brined, the scallops are air dried and then first cold smoked. For the finishing touches, the scallops are smoked at a higher temperature! 

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Brined Smoked Scallops

2. Pink Salt Smoked Scallops

This is the perfect recipe for anyone who is looking for something subtle but still delicious! Here, the scallops are lightly seasoned with pink salt before they are smoked low and slow. This gives the scallops a beautiful, complex flavor while still letting the natural flavor profile shine. 

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Pink Salt Smoked Scallops

3. Salt and Pepper Smoked Scallops

This recipe is also all about keeping it simple but adds a bit more flavor into the mix. The salt, pepper, and the smoking wood help to kick things up a notch. Don’t worry, though, because the natural flavors of the scallops are still the star of the show here! 

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Salt and Pepper Smoked Scallops

4. Lemon Garlic Smoked Scallops 

The dual earthy and tangy flavors of these smoked scallops are incredible! And, the recipe is so easy to make too. All you have to do is toss the scallops in minced garlic, lemon juice, and seasonings. Once coated, smoke the scallops. Serve them with lightly dressed greens when done. 

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Lemon Garlic Smoked Scallops 

5. Simple Bacon Wrapped Scallops

This is a simple, easy, and delicious way to get decadent scallops on your table! All you have to do is to wrap a slice of bacon around each scallop. Hold it in place with a toothpick and then smoke this set up until it is all cooked to perfection! 

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Simple Bacon Wrapped Scallops

6. Smoked Scallops with Butter Sauce

Simple yet decadent, this is a recipe that you should try if you want to get a little fancy with your scallops! Start by simmering garlic and lemon juice in butter. Pour this sauce over the scallops and pop it in the smoker until done. Serve with lemon wedges and parsley. 

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Smoked Scallops with Butter Sauce

7. Buttery Bacon Wrapped Scallops

Just when you thought that bacon wrapped scallops couldn’t get any more decadent, you add butter into the mix! First, parcook the bacon on the grill. Then, toss the scallops in butter and seasonings before wrapping the bacon around each scallop and securing with toothpicks. Smoke the scallops and serve!

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Buttery Bacon Wrapped Scallops

8. Smoked Scallops with Garlic

These scallops are beautifully flavored in this incredible recipe! Start by coating the scallops in coconut oil and spices before searing them. Then, sprinkle minced garlic and basils on the scallops before smoking. You get such an aromatic, smoky, and slightly nutty flavor here! 

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Smoked Scallops with Garlic

9. Alder Smoked Scallops with Fennel Salad

Now, this is a smoked scallop salad that you are going to want to eat again and again! The scallops themselves get flavor from the light seasoning and the alder wood. They are then placed on top of a fennel salad and oranges and are sprinkled with almonds! 

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Alder Smoked Scallops with Fennel Salad

10. Bacon Wrapped Lemon Pepper Smoked Scallops

This is a yummy way to add a bit of tang to such a decadent dish! The scallops are first marinated in lemon pepper seasoning for maximum flavor. They are tossed in more seasoning and wrapped in uncooked bacon slices. The bacon wrapped scallops are then smoked to perfection! 

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Bacon Wrapped Lemon Pepper Smoked Scallops

11. Smoked Scallops with Citrus and Garlic Butter Sauce

Want to take your smoked scallops to another level? Try this recipe out! To begin with, the scallops are lightly seasoned and smoked. In the meantime, make up a sauce made from butter, orange juice and zest, garlic, and flavorings. When the scallops are nearly done, brush with the citrus garlic butter and roast on high for added flavor! 

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Smoked Scallops with Citrus and Garlic Butter Sauce

12. Lemon Herb Smoked Scallops with Garlic Lemon Butter Sauce

This recipe is just the one you need if you want to seriously bump up the flavor! Coat the scallops in lemon herb seasoning, sear, and then smoke. While this is happening, make up a butter sauce with garlic, lemon juice, and capers. When the scallops are done, pour the sauce over them before serving! 

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Lemon Herb Smoked Scallops with Garlic Lemon Butter Sauce

13. Smoked Scallop and Lemon Skewers

This is a great way to ensure that the flavor of your scallops continue to be enhanced as they are being smoked! Here, the scallops are threaded through skewers along with thin pieces of lemon. This is then lightly seasoned and placed in the smoker! 

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Smoked Scallop and Lemon Skewers

14. Spiced Smoked Scallops

This is a simple recipe for maximizing flavor with your smoked scallops! Simply work garlic powder, onion powder, and smoked paprika into the scallops. Then, smoke them until just cooked. You can smoke them with lemon slices for extra flavor! 

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Spiced Smoked Scallops

15. Fish Sauce and Lime Scallops

Looking for a recipe that is a little different? Then, you may want to check out this yummy recipe! The scallops are marinated in sugar, fish sauce, and plenty of lime zest. Then, smoke the scallops until perfect!  

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Fish Sauce and Lime Scallops

16. Bacon Wrapped BBQ Rub Scallops

Looking for a scallop recipe that will be the perfect fit for a cookout? Well, look no further! For this recipe, the scallops are first dusted with barbecue rub and are then wrapped with bacon. Then, this is dusted in even more rub before being smoked! 

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Bacon Wrapped BBQ Rub Scallops

17. Seasoned Bacon Wrapped Scallops

The spices and the tanginess of this recipe work beautifully together to create the yummiest smoked scallops! With this recipe, you dust the scallops with Old Bay seasoning. Then, dust the bacon strips with Montreal steak seasoning before wrapping the unseasoned around the scallops. Squeeze some lime and lemon juice over the top and smoke! 

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Seasoned Bacon Wrapped Scallops

18. Smoked Scallops with Mozzarella and Roasted Peppers

You will need fresh scallops for this delicious recipe! Place a mini mozzarella ball next to each scallop in its shell, season, and smoke! Once the scallops are done, top each one with a strip of grilled bell pepper and a dressing made from soy sauce, rice vinegar, and lime zest. 

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Smoked Scallops with Mozzarella and Roasted Peppers

19. Cedar Smoked Scallops with Beer Marinade 

These scallops get an amazing flavor boost as they are smoked on cedar plank! The scallops are first marinated in a mixture of beer, brown sugar, garlic, and seasoning. Once done, place the scallops on the cedar plank and top with butter before smoking. You can roast veggies in the scallop beer marinade to serve alongside it! 

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Cedar Smoked Scallops With Beer Marinade 

20. Horseradish Bacon Wrapped Scallops

Looking to add a little bit of a kick to your scallops? This is the recipe to help you do it! The bacon is partially cooked and then spread with horseradish and chives. This is wrapped around the scallops, secured, and everything is smoked. For even more flavor, serve these scallops with a horseradish mayo. 

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Horseradish Bacon Wrapped Scallops

21. Herb Oil Smoked Scallops

These scallops are all about a subtle earthy flavor and are so tasty! Once again, you will need fresh scallops and their shells. The scallops are drizzled with herb oil, dried herbs, and salt before being smoked. As they are being smoked, pour a little prosecco into the shells to create an incredible sauce! 

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Herb Oil Smoked Scallops

22. Tea Smoked Scallops

You will need an additional smoke box for this recipe but it will be worth it! Add rice, jasmine tea leaves, and sugar to the smoke box. Then, smoke the scallops with this smoking mix. Once done, sprinkle the scallops with cilantro and drizzle over a dressing made from shallots, lime, and honey. 

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Tea Smoked Scallops

23. Smoked Scallops with Orange and Onion Sauce

Light and tangy but with a ton of flavor, this is a great recipe when you want to try something a little different! The scallops are smoked – first on high then low. When they are done, they are served with a sauce made from orange juice, red onion, cilantro, and rice wine vinegar! 

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Smoked Scallops with Orange and Onion Sauce

24. Wine, Lime, and Garlic Scallops

These lightly flavored scallops are perfect for an appetizer! Start by marinating the scallops in white wine, lime juice, and granulated garlic. Then, place the scallops on a soaked wood plank and smoke until done! 

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Wine, Lime, and Garlic Scallops

25. Vodka Drizzled Smoked Scallops

Think of this dish like a martini meeting smoked scallops – it is also super easy to make! Simply smoke scallops with cherry wood. When the scallops are cooked, place in martini glasses and drizzle with vodka. Top with your herbs or olives. 

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Vodka Drizzled Smoked Scallops

26. Lemon and Spice Smoked Scallops 

Tangy with a slight kick of flavor, this recipe is sure to be a hit with everyone! The scallops are tossed in lemon juice, garlic powder, smoked paprika, and other seasonings and marinated for a bit. It is then popped into the smoker and cooked to perfection! 

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Lemon and Spice Smoked Scallops 

27. Smoked Scallops in Herb Butter Sauce

These twice smoked scallops have a buttery and earthy flavor to them! Begin by simmering herbs and pepper in butter – this will be your sauce. Then, smoke the scallops in the smoker or grill. Take the scallops and place in the shell along with the butter sauce. Smoke once more and then serve! 

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Smoked Scallops in Herb Butter Sauce

28. Smoked Scallops with White Wine Drizzle

These smoked scallops are paired with a rich sauce that really boosts the flavor of the dish! The scallops are lightly seasoned and smoked. They are then paired with a sauce made from butter, olive oil, garlic, and white wine. Just delicious! 

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Smoked Scallops with White Wine Drizzle

29. Smoked Diver Scallops 

This is the perfect recipe for anyone who loves all kinds of seafood! In this incredible recipe, the scallops are injected with a mix of butter and whiskey. They are then wrapped in bacon and topped off with crab meat as well as seasoned halibut. All of this is smoked and the scallops are served with prosciutto too! 

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Smoked Diver Scallops 

30. Prosciutto Wrapped Scallops 

Simple but so flavorful, these scallops are sure to become a fan favorite! All you have to do is wrap thin slices of prosciutto around each scallop and smoke. Serve these scallops over greens and vinaigrette dressing to make a meal out of it! 

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Prosciutto Wrapped Scallops 

Who knew that smoked scallops could be so versatile? If you are ready to switch things up with your scallops, then these are the recipes to try! They each boast their own gorgeous flavor and are sure to be a hit with family, friends, and even guests! 

By Kristy J. Norton
I'm Kristy – a chef and connoisseur of all things BBQ! You can find me either in my kitchen (or someone else's) or at a big outdoor barbecue surrounded by friends and family. In both my professional and personal life I’ve picked up more than a few tips and tricks for turning out delicious food. I consider it a privilege to share it with others!
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