steam scallops with garlic vermicelli

How to Make Steamed Scallops with Garlic and Vermicelli

Steamed scallops with garlic and vermicelli is a beloved Chinese seafood dish, celebrated for its fresh flavors and tender texture. Here’s a simple yet delicious recipe to recreate it at home.

Ingredients:

- 6-8 fresh scallops, shells removed and muscle cleaned

- 50g dried vermicelli, soaked until soft

- 4 cloves garlic, minced

- 2 tbsp cooking oil

- 1 tbsp soy sauce

- 1 tsp oyster sauce

- 1 tsp sugar

- 1 tbsp Shaoxing wine (optional)

- Chopped green onions and cilantro for garnish

Steps:

1. Prepare the Scallops: Rinse scallops and pat dry. Place each scallop on its shell or a heatproof dish. Soak vermicelli in warm water for 5 minutes, then drain and arrange at the base of each scallop.

2. Make the Garlic Sauce: Heat oil in a pan over low heat. Sauté minced garlic until fragrant (avoid browning). Mix in soy sauce, oyster sauce, sugar, and Shaoxing wine. Stir well and remove from heat.

3. Assemble and Steam: Spoon the garlic sauce over each scallop, ensuring the vermicelli is coated. Steam in a preheated steamer for 8-10 minutes, or until the scallops are opaque and cooked through.

4. Garnish and Serve: Top with chopped green onions and cilantro. For a crispy finish, drizzle with hot oil if desired. Serve hot.

This dish balances the sweetness of scallops with the aromatic garlic and savory sauce, while the vermicelli soaks up all the flavors, making it a crowd-pleaser. Enjoy!