Garlic Steamed Scallops with Vermicelli
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Garlic Steamed Scallops with Vermicelli

timer 34 MIN
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person 4 servings
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Garlic Steamed Scallops with Vermicelli

About This Recipe

Indulge in these Garlic Vermicelli Steamed Scallops, a delicate yet flavorful dish that combines sweet, tender scallops with aromatic garlic and silky vermicelli. Fresh scallops are meticulously cleaned, soaked in saltwater, and gently seasoned with white wine and white pepper for a subtle depth of flavor. Softened vermicelli cushions the scallops, while a slice of ginger infuses a warm, fragrant note during steaming. The magic happens when sizzling garlic meets savory steamed fish sauce (or a mix of light soy sauce and sugar), creating a rich, umami-packed dressing. Finished with vibrant scallions and crisp bell peppers, each bite offers a perfect balance of textures and tastes. Quick, elegant, and bursting with freshness, this dish is ideal for impressing guests or enjoying a gourmet seafood treat at home. Steamed to perfection in just minutes, these scallops are a must-try for seafood lovers!

Instructions

Detailed preparation guide

servings 4
Total Time 34m

shopping_basket Ingredients

Main Ingredients
  • scallops 150g
  • vermicelli 50g
The aromatics
  • ginger 5g (1 small slice)
  • garlic 3 cloves
  • scallions 10g (chopped)
  • bell pepper 10g (chopped)
The sauce & seasonings
  • white wine 1 tbsp
  • white pepper pinch
  • steamed fish sauce 1 tsp
  • light soy sauce 1 tsp
  • sugar 0.5 tsp

menu_book Directions

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Step 1
Step 1
Clean the scallops with a toothbrush and open them with a small knife. Remove the meat and take out the internal organs. Soak the scallop meat in a bowl of saltwater for 2-3 minutes, then stir it clockwise with chopsticks to remove the sand. Rinse with clean water.
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Step 2
Step 2
Sprinkle a small amount of white wine and white pepper powder on the scallop meat and set aside.
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Step 3
Step 3
Soak a small handful of vermicelli in hot water for about 10 minutes until it softens, then drain and set aside.
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Step 4
Step 4
Cut the vermicelli into small pieces and place them on top of the scallop meat. Add a slice of ginger on each scallop. Place the scallops in a steamer and steam for about 4 minutes until cooked.
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Step 5
Step 5
Heat a pan with oil and stir-fry the garlic until fragrant. Mix in a small amount of steamed fish sauce (or substitute with light soy sauce and sugar).
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Step 6
Step 6
Remove the ginger from the steamed scallops and sprinkle with chopped scallions and bell pepper. Pour the sauce from step 5 over the scallops while hot.

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