scallops are considered very valuable shellfish, with a sweet and delicate taste, they are also rich in Omega 3. Also known as scallop or Saint James shelllend themselves to numerous culinary combinations.

In the kitchen there is scallop it is usually eaten cooked, and the shell, which makes a lot of scenes on its own, is perfect for baked recipes. This shellfish is suitable for many combinations and can be served both as an appetizer and with pasta and risotto as a first course, as well as a second, baked or sautéed.

Let’s find out together the most delicious, yet easy to prepare, recipes based on scallops.

Breaded scallops are perfect for quick and tasty snacks.

Recipe scallops gratin it is often offered as part of Christmas lunches and dinners, but it’s actually a great option for any time of the year as part of a seafood menu.

To do scallops au gratin should start with breading:

1. First of all, take the breadcrumbs, remove the crust and cut into cubes
2. then transfer everything to a mixer, along with olive oil
3. at this point, salt, pepper and add aromatic herbs: parsley, marjoram and thyme
4. finally, grate the lemon zest, mix the mixture until you get a breading.

Pay attention to the breading: it should be moderately moist so that the result is tasty and does not remain too dry.

Now we can arrange scallops in a saucepan, sink to the bottom to fill scallops with the resulting breading. After the shells are distributed and filled, it remains only to bake the scallops in an air grill, preheated to 190 °, for about 15 minutes.

As soon as a golden crust is formed, scallops au gratin will be ready to eat!

Fried scallops, which can also be served as a first course.

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Forte scallops lies in the fact that they lend themselves to various combinations with many ingredients and various methods of preparation. For example, for those who prefer to cook in the moment, they can enjoy cooking. scallops even in a frying pan, they are easy to prepare, and their exquisite taste will not leave you indifferent in the circle of relatives and friends.

For the preparation of scallops in the skillet, start by removing the clam from the shell with a small knife. Once coral and dark parts are removed, rinse under running water.

Heat a drop of oil in a frying pan and then add a clove of minced garlic to the knife. At this point, you can also add scallops, let them fry for about a minute on each side, seasoning with salt. Finally, deglaze with white wine and sprinkle with fresh chopped parsley. Now yeah what scallops blanched ready to serve.

Another first thing to try: scallop risotto

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Among the many recipes worth trying, based on scallops, there are also first courses. In addition to pasta, which everyone always agrees with, you should definitely try risotto, an exquisite dish with a delicate taste.

Pay attention to the ingredients needed to satisfy the taste of 4 people:

• 350 gr peeled scallops
• 250 gr rice
• 500 ml stock
• 25 gr pecorino cheese
• 1 cup white wine
• 1 shallot
• 1 piece of butter
• olive oil
• salt
• pepper
• marjoram

The procedure is really simple and quick: after frying the onion with a little butter and olive oil, chop scallops into pieces and add to the onion. After they have cooked for a few minutes, add the rice and sauté it, then deglaze with white wine. Continue cooking, adding the hot broth little by little. When the rice seems ready, beat, adding

salt, black pepper, marjoram and pecorino. Serve the risotto scallops hot in their shells and you’ll make a great impression!

Baked scallops: an evergreen that will conquer all tastes

scallops baked they are the perfect solution for both a delicious and elegant starter and a rich second taste.

Ingredients for 4 persons:

• 8 scallops
• Extra virgin olive oil
• salt
• Pepper
• Flavored breadcrumbs (or regular breadcrumbs)
• Parsley
• Oil (optional)

As a first step in preparing scallops baked, peel the parsley and chop finely. Open the scallops and clean them, leaving only the center and orange coral, leaving everything else. Put the resulting walnut on a plate and rinse well. Also leave the concave part of the shell, which will be used for cooking and serving the clam.

At this point, it will be necessary to spread the shells on a baking sheet, one next to the other, pour 2 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil into each, place the clam in the center, pour a pinch of salt, a pinch of pepper, a small piece of butter, a handful of fragrant breadcrumbs and a pinch of chopped parsley.

Bake in a preheated oven at 180 degrees for about 20 minutes, when you see that scallops they will be good breaded, take them out of the oven and serve. Enjoy your meal!