What is Ricin Ricin is a toxic glycoprotein (Toxalbumin â a carbohydrate binding protein) found in castor beans. Chemically it is a glycoprotein composed of two polypeptide chains â A and B, linked by a disulfide bond. Ricin functions by disrupting the protein synthesis mechanism of the cell.
1 Combine the bread crumbs, onion powder, garlic powder, paprika, parsley, minced garlic and Parmesan cheese. Sprinkle this mixture over the scallops.  Bake in pre-heated oven until scallops are firm, about 20 minutes.
1 Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). 2  Pour melted butter into a 2 quart oval casserole dish. Distribute butter and scallops evenly inside the dish.  Combine the bread crumbs, onion powder, garlic powder, paprika, parsley, minced garlic and Parmesan cheese. Sprinkle this mixture over the scallops.