Steamed Scallops with Garlic

Ingredients

Instructions

1. 1

   Clean the scallops thoroughly. Remove the black sac and any grit. Separate the scallop meat from one shell, retaining the other shell for serving. Rinse and pat dry.

2. 2

   In a bowl, combine minced garlic, light soy sauce, sugar, and white pepper. Mix well.

3. 3

   Place the soaked vermicelli evenly onto the scallop shells. Top each shell with a scallop meat. Spoon the garlic mixture generously over each scallop.

4. 4

   Heat water in a steamer until boiling. Carefully place the assembled scallops into the steamer. Steam for 6-8 minutes, or until the scallops are cooked through and opaque.

5. 5

   Carefully remove the steamed scallops from the steamer and arrange them on a serving platter. Heat cooking oil in a small pan until shimmering. Pour the hot oil evenly over the scallops. Garnish with chopped green onions and finely chopped red chili (if using). Serve immediately.