Properly open and prepare scallops
Scallops are a very popular delicacy. But only very few people know how to open and prepare them themselves. It’s easier than you think! We show you how easy it is here:
Step 1
Place the scallop on cutting board with the flat side up and place a simple table knife between the shell halves. To cut through the sphincter, use the knife to cut close to the top until the shell opens.
Step 2
Now open the shell and remove the top. The white, round muscle and the orange corail (roe) are edible.
Step 3
Carefully move along the lower shell of the scallop with the tip of the knife and remove the innards.
Step 4
Carefully loosen the round mussel meat with your fingers from the remaining innards and use a sharp knife to cut out the corail. Then rinse the meat under cold running water.
Step 5
Preparation: Season the scallops with a little salt and pepper. Sauté briefly with a little oil for about 3 minutes on each side, depending on size, so the center is still slightly glassy. Serve with a lemon.