Baked scallops with crispy serrano ham recipe

1. 1

   Preheat the oven to 220C/425F/gas 7.

2. 2

   Heat 6 tablespoons olive oil in a small frying pan over a medium-high heat.

3. 3

   Fry the ham until it's crispy.

4. 4

   Set the slices aside on kitchen paper to drain off any excess oil.

5. 5

   Mix together the salt, garlic, parsley, chilli and lemon juice.

6. 6

   Put the scallops in their shells on a baking tray.

7. 7

   Distribute the parsley mixture between the scallops.

8. 8

   You don't need much, otherwise you'll overwhelm the flavour of the shellfish.

9. 9

   Bake for 8 minutes.

10. 10

    Place a slice of ham over each scallop and serve immediately with fresh bread to mop up the delicious juices.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.