Air Fryer Spicy Bay Scallops

These spicy scallops are good on their own or can be served in lettuce wraps, tacos, salads, served over rice, pasta, etc. Serve with lemon wedges if desired.

• Preparation Time: 5 mins
• Cooking Time: 10 mins
• Total Time: 15 mins
• Calories: 179 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
• 2 teaspoons olive oil
• 2 teaspoons chili powder
• ⅛ teaspoon cayenne red pepper
• 2 teaspoons smoked paprika
• 1 pound bay scallops, rinsed and patted dry

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Preheat an air fryer to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).

Step 2

Combine bay scallops, smoked paprika, chili powder, olive oil, garlic powder, pepper, and cayenne pepper in a bowl; stir until evenly combined. Transfer to the air fryer basket.

Step 3

Air fry until scallops are cooked through, about 8 minutes, shaking basket halfway through the cooking time.