This scallop and chorizo appetizer is a little taste of Spain, between the seafood, chorizo and Manchego cheese. These stacks are easy to make, fancy-feeling and absolutely delicious. Perfect for a party or any excuse.

rows of scallop and chorizo appetizers on a wooden board.

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I don't know what it is but when I think about seafood/fish and appetizers, as is the theme for today's Fish Friday Foodies, I often end up coming back to scallops. Sure there are other delicious options, but scallops are definitely one of my favorites. I love their flavor and how easy they are to cook.

The scallops with cranberry bacon jam I shared last year are still definitely a favorite appetizer. For today's theme I decided to go with a pairing I know works so well. These scallop and chorizo stacks are kind of an ode to Spanish pintxos, between the ingredients and skewered style. And typical to Spanish foods, they are also so easy yet full of flavor.

close up of a scallop and chorizo appetizer skewered with a cocktail stick.

Scallop and chorizo: a delicious pair

I can't remember when I first had a scallop and chorizo dish, but it was definitely love at first bite. It's such a winning combination, and one I have used before, alongside celeriac remoulade.

The delicate, mild scallops go so well with the paprika and slight saltiness of the chorizo. I am talking Spanish chorizo here, although it shares many of the flavors with it's Mexican counterpart.

dish with scallops, another with sliced chorizo and cheese and parsley to side.

Since I was going down a Spanish theme with the chorizo, it wasn't much of a step to add Manchego cheese to these scallop and chorizo stacks. I have been known to add in some piquillo peppers as well, if you can find them, though they can be trickier to find and can make it a little messier to eat.

How to make these scallop chorizo stacks

These tasty bites are so easy to make, as you simply:

Pan-fry the scallops until seared on both sides
Lightly fry the chorizo so it crisps a little.
Add the cheese after turning so it softens slightly on top.
Stack them together and enjoy.

I'll admit, they can be a little messy to eat but it's really worth trying to get a bit of everything as you take a bite.

Gooey cheese, crisp chorizo and tender seared scallops, these scallop and chorizo stacks might be a simple combination of ingredients but the flavors are so delicious. They'd be a great addition to any appetizer platter, or make them any excuse you can find. They really are worth trying and take no time at all.

scallop and chorizo appetizer stacks on a wooden board with parsley, block of cheese and chorizo blurred behind.

Try these other seafood appetizers:

Hot phyllo crab cups
Scallop ceviche
Oysters Rockefeller
Plus get more appetizer recipes in the archives.

close up of a scallop and chorizo appetizer with others behind and to side.

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