Steamed Scallops

Steamed Scallops

This refreshing and vibrant **Blanched Sea Snail with Aromatic Oil** is a delicacy that highlights the natural sweetness of sea snail, enhanced by a medley of fresh flavors. The tender snail meat is first blanched in a fragrant broth of ginger, scallion, and cooking wine, then shocked in ice water for a crisp texture. Sliced and elegantly plated, it’s topped with vibrant scallion threads, tender ginger, and colorful pepper strips for a bright contrast. A drizzle of light soy sauce, a hint of white pepper, and a sizzling pour of hot oil unlock an irresistible aroma and depth of flavor. Perfect as an appetizer or light dish, this recipe delivers a delightful balance of freshness and umami in every bite. Quick to prepare yet restaurant-worthy, it’s a must-try for seafood lovers!

15 Minutes
Medium
4 servings

Ingredients

Metric US
4 serving

Main Ingredients

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sea snail
200g

The aromatics

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ginger
50g
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scallion
30g
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green and red pepper
40g (20g each)
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ice
200g

The sauce & seasonings

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cooking wine
1 tbsp
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light soy sauce
1 tbsp
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white pepper powder
1/4 tsp
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hot oil
2 tbsp

Instructions

1. Step 1

Step 1
Boil half a pot of water with ginger slices, scallion segments, and cooking wine, then add the sea snail and cook for 4-5 minutes. Remove the snail and immediately soak it in ice water for 5 minutes.

2. Step 2

Step 2
Use a small fork to remove the meat from the shell and discard the yellow and green intestines in the middle.

3. Step 3

Step 3
Slice the meat and arrange it on a plate. Put the tail back into the pot and cook for another 3-4 minutes, then remove and arrange on the plate.

4. Step 4

Sprinkle scallion threads, tender ginger threads, and green and red pepper threads on top. Drizzle with 1 tablespoon of light soy sauce and a pinch of white pepper powder, then pour 2 tablespoons of hot oil over the dish.

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