Smoked Scallops
$15.00
Description
These golden smoked scallops are smoky, plump and moist! Our smoked scallops are fully cooked and ready to eat straight out of the package!
Sold by the 1/4 pound.
What Are Scallops?
Scallops are a type of bivalve mollusk, meaning the interior muscle is surrounded by two shells similarly to oysters, mussels, and clams. Inside the shell, scallops have a white adductor muscle (the part we to eat) that opens and closes the shell, as well as a bright orange section called the coral. The muscle is round and tender when cooked, with both a touch of sweetness and briny saltiness. The coral is edible, but is not typically consumed in the U.S. There are two types of scallops: Bay scallops and sea scallops. The bay variety are smaller (about the size of a dime) and more tender, while sea scallops are larger, growing as big as two inches.
How to Cook Scallops
When cooking scallops, it’s important to note that methods differ slightly for bay and sea scallops. With sea scallops’ chewier texture, they lend themselves better to searing, in order to create a just-right crispy exterior. Sweeter, more delicate bay scallops cook quickly and are best for quick sautés, broiling, and gentle poaching. Grilling yields delicious results for both bivalves, just be sure to use skewers as to not lose any precious scallops and to facilitate easy flipping. Always pat scallops dry before tossing on the grill, too. When prepared properly, both scallop varieties offer tender, sweet-yet-briny goodness and shine in dishes with simple preparation.
