Asian Scallop

The Crispy Chef

Asian scallop recipes are a quick and luxurious seafood treat. From pan-seared scallops with Japanese-style mayo sauce to spicy Szechuan scallops, these dishes blend tender seafood with savory Asian flavors. Perfect for a restaurant-quality meal at home in under 30 minutes.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 20

Total Time 30

Course Main Course

Cuisine Asian

Servings

Calories 320 kcal

Equipment

Large flat-bottom skillet or wok
Sharp chef's knife
Micro-plane grater

Ingredients

For the Scallops:

1 lb fresh dry sea scallops
2 tbsp vegetable oil
Salt and pepper to taste

For the Sauce:

2 tbsp soy sauce
1 tbsp oyster sauce
1 tsp Chinese black vinegar
1 tbsp LAOGANMA spicy chili crisp
2 tbsp Japanese Kewpie mayo
1 tsp togarashi Japanese chili pepper blend
1 tsp grated ginger

Optional Sides:

Steamed jasmine rice
Japanese spinach salad
Baby bok choy stir-fry

Instructions

Prep the Scallops:

Pat dry the scallops with paper towels to remove excess moisture. Season with salt and pepper.

Heat the Pan:

In a large skillet, heat vegetable oil over high heat until shimmering.

Sear the Scallops:

Place scallops in the pan without overcrowding. Sear for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden-brown. Remove and set aside.

Prepare the Sauce:

In the same pan, add soy sauce, oyster sauce, black vinegar, chili crisp, and grated ginger. Cook for 1-2 minutes until heated through.

Combine and Serve:

Return scallops to the pan, toss gently in the sauce. Serve hot with steamed rice and your choice of sides.

Nutrition

Serving: 150gCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 26gFat: 21gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 850mgPotassium: 380mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 150IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1.2mg

Keyword Asian scallop recipes, Japanese scallops, pan-seared scallops, quick seafood recipe, Szechuan scallops

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