Japanese scallop

Japanese scallop Encyclopedia illustration

Type

Bivalves Sea

A thick adductor muscle sits inside its large fan-shaped shell.

Habitat

Large fan-shaped shell, sweet taste of thick scallops

The cold sea of the Northwest Pacific

Taste

Flavor
Light and sweet
Texture
Thick and soft texture
Dishes
Steamed japanese scallop, Butter-grilled japanese scallop, japanese scallop soup

Country and language

Ingredient rarity varies by country.

Reference country
Language한국어English日本語简体中文
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Initial editorial grades for local ingredient access. Availability varies by region, season and seller.