If you’re after something that feels a little special but still effortless, this is it. These steamed scallops with garlic and XO sauce come together in minutes, delivering rich umami flavour with minimal prep — perfect for a quick dinner upgrade or an impressive dish to share.
Cook Time: 10 minutes Servings: 1
Ingredients
- Frozen scallops (defrosted)
- Sim Sim Food Studio Master XO Sauce
- Minced garlic
- Soy sauce
- Chopped green onions (optional, for garnish)
- Cooking oil (for final sizzling finish)
How to Make Steamed Scallops with Garlic and XO Sauce
1. Prepare the Scallops: Defrost the scallops and place them evenly on a steamer tray.
2. Make the Sauce: In a small bowl, mix minced garlic, a spoonful of Sim Sim Food Studio Master XO Sauce, and a splash of soy sauce until well combined.
3. Top the Scallops: Spoon the XO garlic mixture generously over each scallop.
4. Steam: Steam over medium heat for about 10 minutes, until the scallops are cooked through and tender.
5. Garnish: Carefully remove from the steamer and sprinkle with chopped green onions.
6. Final Touch: Heat a small amount of oil until hot, then pour it over the scallops to release the aroma of the garlic and XO sauce.
