Air Fryer Scallops Wrapped in Bacon Served with Sriracha Mayo

Step 1

Start by mixing the mayonnaise and Sriracha sauce in a small bowl, then pop it in the fridge to chill while you cook. Preheat your air fryer to 390°F (200°C). Pat the scallops dry with a paper towel and season them with a little salt and pepper. Wrap each scallop with about a third of a slice of bacon and secure it with a toothpick. Give the air fryer basket a quick spray with cooking spray, then arrange the bacon-wrapped scallops in a single layer—if they don’t all fit, cook them in two batches. Cook for around 7 minutes, then check to see if the scallops are opaque and the bacon is nice and crispy. If they need a bit more time, pop them back in for another minute or two, checking often. When they’re done, carefully remove the scallops with tongs and let them rest on a paper towel-lined plate to soak up any extra grease. Serve them up with the chilled Sriracha mayo for dipping.