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Served in their shells, this impressive starter is easy to prepare ahead and cooks in a matter of minutes.

It doesn't get more extravagant than scallops in a shell! Perfect for as a dinner party starter. Scallops are topped with herby lemon, and caper garlic butter. Your guests will be very impressed. 

scallops in their shells, see GH Tip

small garlic cloves, crushed 

capers, drained and roughly chopped

Small handful parsley, finely chopped 

Make and chill the herby butter up to 3 days ahead. Prepare and chill scallops and wash shells up to 2hr ahead. Complete recipe to serve.  

If you prefer, buy 18 large scallops and grill them in shallow ramekins rather than their shells.