How Do You Cook Bay Scallops?
• Heat some butter and/or olive oil in a skillet on the stove. This method will pan sear or saute your bay scallops. Sauteing or pan-searing scallops is the one of the most common ways to serve the shellfish. • Add no more than a few scallops to the pan at a time, and be sure not to overcrowd them. Saute over medium heat for 1 to 2 minutes per side until they start to turn golden brown. If you did not use butter, you may not see the color change. The color change comes from the sugars in the fish caramelizing under the heat. If you have more scallops than the pan will hold at once, sear them in batches. • Remove the scallops from the pan. Set them aside, and allow to cool for a few minutes before serving. • Start heating the oil in your deep fryer or deep pan. Whatever you use, it must be able to safely hold up to 3 inches (7.62 cm) worth of oil. While the oil heats, prepare the batter and breading to coat the scallops. • Beat 2 eggs in a small bowl. Add .5 cup water to the bowl. Dip t
