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.
Place the bacon wrapped scallops onto a baking sheet, drizzle them with olive oil, and season them with salt and pepper. Cook them under the broiler for about 10 to 15 minutes until the bacon is cooked through, turning once.