What are Japanese scallops?
The scallop is also named Yesso scallop. The shell width grows to about 20 cm. It mainly live the coast of the Pacific Ocean from Tohoku region to Hokkaido and also the coast of the Japan Sea. Scallops are very nutritious and extremely healthy seafood. Scallops contain lots of protein and good fats, which help increase metabolism and protect the heart. In addition, scallops also contain significant amounts of zinc, selenium and copper.
So what is the difference between regular scallops and Japanese scallops?
If you pay attention, you will see that most types of scallops served at restaurants are often small and uneven in size. But if the Japanese scallops are imported, each scallop is quite large and uniform in size. These Pacific Ocean scallops are more tender, sweeter and creamier compared to Atlantic sea scallops. They are famous for their delicious flavour as sashimi.
The scallops harvested in Japan will have to meet the criteria according to MSC (Certification for sustainable seafood exploitation in the world). Accordingly, scallops can only be caught when they reach the size of an adult’s palm. Scallops grow and develop completely naturally thanks to food sources from the sea and ocean currents. That’s why the meat quality of Japanese scallops is guaranteed.
What is the price of Japanese scallops?
Currently, Japanese scallops are widely supplied by many retail and commercial wholesalers, the prices of each place also have certain differences. However, for quality, reputable Japanese scallops, the average price per kilogram is 1.2 million VND or more.
What dishes go well with Japanese scallops?
Scallops are often used to prepare prized dishes, such as:
- Grilled Japanese miso scallops
- Seared Japanese scallops with garlic butter sauce
- Japanese scallop and abalone in superior soup
- Japanese scallop fried rice
- Steamed Japanese scallops
- Boiled Japanese scallops with ginger
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Maison Mận-Đỏ – The restaurant that serves Japanese scallops in HCMC.
Located in the center of the bustling District 1, but very convenient for taking a ride from other districts by taxi or motorcycle, Maison Mận-Đỏ restaurant specializes in contemporary Vietnamese cuisine and serves quality Japanese scallops. The restaurant ensures the strict standards on food safety and hygiene. On the other hand, the restaurant not only pays great attention to flavor, preparation and presentation but also pays special attention to the nutritional value of each dish. Each combination of ingredients is intended to enhance nutritional value.
Therefore, when you are looking for a place to taste delicious Japanese scallops with your family, friends or significant other, don’t hesitate to visit 27J Tran Nhat Duat, Tan Dinh Ward, District 1.
The restaurant menu showcases quality Japanese scallops in varied dishes such as:
- Pumpkin Veloute Soup with Japanese Scallop.
- White Yam Veloute Soup with Japanese Scallop.
- Abalone & Japanese Scallop in Supreme Soup.
- Seared Japanese Scallops with Three Cheese Sauce
- Pan Seared Japanese Scallops with French Foie Gras in Black Pepper Sauce served with Steamed Rice.
- Wok tossed Japanese Scallops with XO Fried Rice
Among them, we must mention the Japanese scallops dish with three cheese sauces. This is the best selling Japanese scallop dish. After being seared with salt and pepper, the scallops are covered with a layer of melted cheese sauce with a smooth texture and salmon roe on top.
Revealing that the cheese sauce for this dish is combined from 3 different types of cheese, plus some other ingredients to create a fragrant, fatty sauce that melts in your mouth as soon as you taste it.
Maison Mận-Đỏ Restaurant showcases quality contemporary ingredients in his creations with an authentic yet innovative approach by staying true to the philosophy of Vietnamese cooking while incorporating East meet West culture. The restaurant provides indulgence premium dining experience and fits all requirements for dinners and events whether corporate or private.
