steam scallops with garlic

How to Make Steamed Scallops with Garlic Sauce

Steamed scallops with garlic sauce is a beloved seafood dish, celebrated for its fresh, tender scallops and fragrant, savory garlic topping. Here’s a simple yet delicious recipe to recreate it at home.

Ingredients:

- 6-8 fresh scallops, cleaned and shells reserved

- 4 cloves garlic, minced

- 2 tbsp cooking oil

- 1 tbsp soy sauce

- 1 tsp oyster sauce

- 1 tsp sugar

- 1 chopped green onion (for garnish)

- Optional: A pinch of chili flakes for heat.

Steps:

1. Prep the Scallops: Rinse scallops and pat dry. Place them back into their shells or small heatproof dishes.

2. Make the Garlic Sauce: Heat oil in a pan over low heat. Sauté minced garlic until golden and fragrant (avoid burning). Remove from heat and mix in soy sauce, oyster sauce, and sugar. Stir well.

3. Assemble: Spoon the garlic sauce evenly over each scallop. Garnish with chopped green onion and chili flakes if desired.

4. Steam: Bring a pot of water to a boil. Place scallops on a steamer rack and cover. Steam for 5-7 minutes, or until scallops are opaque and cooked through.

5. Serve: Remove from heat and serve immediately while hot, perfect with steamed rice.

This dish highlights the natural sweetness of scallops, balanced by the rich, aromatic garlic sauce. Quick and easy, it’s a sure crowd-pleaser for seafood lovers!