Looking for an easy and elegant way to dinner? Think scallops! This tender, buttery mollusk has a sweet, mild flavor that pleases just about anyone. They’re perfect for impressing guests at a dinner party, or for a romantic dinner for two. Scallops can be a little tricky to perfect, so you’ve got to have a great recipe. So here are our top scallop recipes! Along with recipes from this website, we’ve included selections from expert recipe writers Lindsay Ostrom of Pinch of Yum, Holly Nilsson of Spend with Pennies, and Jessica Merchant of How Sweet Eats.
And now…12 easy scallop recipes to try!
What type of scallops to buy
What type of scallops to buy for these scallop recipes? There are several options you’ll see at the store: here’s the scoop:
Look for sea scallops (not bay scallops)! Sea scallops are the variety used in all of these recipes; they’re large and tender. Avoid bay scallops: they very small and mainly used in stews.Fresh vs frozen scallops: You can use either! Many frozen scallops are wet, but our method has a secret step that allows you to use either.Wet scallops vs dry scallops: Wet scallops are treated with water and sodium tripolyphosphate and then frozen, which can give them a soapy taste and bouncy texture (read more). Buy dry scallops if you see it market on the package (not all scallops are marked). You also can freshen wet scallops using a trick! Go to our Seared Scallops recipe.Wild caught vs farmed: Seafood that is wild caught in your country is usually a sustainable choice. There are also quality options in well-regulated farms; see Seafood Watch Consumer Guide.
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