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Occasional Contributor
Posts: 19
Registered: ‎07-16-2017

I ordered scallops and accidentally received a pound of tiny scallops about as big as a mans thumbnail.  What do I do with them?!

Esteemed Contributor
Posts: 7,201
Registered: ‎11-15-2011

I would just dust with flour and pan fry.  They cook quickly.

 

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Sauted Bay Scallops

 

INGREDIENTS

DIRECTIONS

  1. Heat saute pan, add oil.
  2. Saute garlic and shallot until tender.
  3. Add scallops sprinkle with paprika.
  4. Cook over med heat approx 15 min (depending on size of scallops) turn mid way.
  5. If using the small Bay scallops reduce heat and cook time accordingly.
  6. Enjoy!

 

Honored Contributor
Posts: 19,658
Registered: ‎03-09-2010

Whichever recipe you choose, just don't cook them very long....they'll turn into little erasers like off of a pencil!

 

If you care for clam chowder you could use them with or instead of clams.

 

 

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Esteemed Contributor
Posts: 7,201
Registered: ‎11-15-2011

Good info.  So many people overcook seafood.

 

You can also make scampi or picata with them.  They are pretty versatile, really.

Valued Contributor
Posts: 816
Registered: ‎06-04-2017

Make @Zhills recipe and toss with linguine, add extra olive oil if needed. Top with seasoned bread crumbs and parmesan cheese. 

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Honored Contributor
Posts: 10,620
Registered: ‎09-22-2010

If you are ambitious look up a recipe for Coquilles St Jacques.  Most delicious way to eat bay scallops.  I would give you a recipe but I don't make it - just order it in restaurants.  

Respected Contributor
Posts: 2,046
Registered: ‎06-29-2015

Hi!

If you haven't cooked your scallops yet, maybe you'd like to try one of these recipes?

They're both classic New England. YUM!  Smiley Happy

 

New England Style Baked Scallop Recipe

 

How to Make Baked Scallops with Ritz Crackers Topping - New ...

 

 

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Honored Contributor
Posts: 14,500
Registered: ‎03-09-2010

Sometimes my grocery store carries scallop pieces for $8.99 a lb. I buy them and do the scallops and pasta in butter/ wine sauce. Quick is the word for cooking them.