Garlic Vermicelli Steamed Scallops

Instructions

1. 1Soak vermicelli in warm water for 15 minutes until soft. Drain, cut into 5 cm lengths, and arrange a small pile on each scallop shell.

   粉丝不要泡太久，软即可

   🔍 Look for 15 分钟 · 15 minutes

   Visual: 粉丝呈半透明状，柔软可弯Vermicelli is translucent and pliable

   You know it's right when: 弯曲不断裂Bends without snapping

2. 2Heat oil in a small wok over medium heat. Add half the garlic and fry until golden (about 2 minutes). Remove from heat and immediately mix with remaining raw garlic — this creates the signature two-tone garlic.

   一半炸一半生，香气层次分明

   🔍 Look for Medium heat 2 分钟 · 2 minutes

   Visual: 炸蒜呈浅金色，生蒜仍为 pale 色Fried garlic turns light golden, raw garlic remains pale

   You know it's right when: 蒜末轻沸、呈浅金色Garlic sizzles gently and turns pale gold

3. 3Mix fried garlic, raw garlic, soy sauce, and a pinch of sugar into a paste. Spoon a generous amount onto each scallop, covering the vermicelli completely.

   蒜蓉要够厚，蒸出的汁才够味

4. 4Steam over high heat for 5 minutes. The scallops are done when they turn opaque white and the edges curl slightly.

   宁短勿长，老了就柴

   🔍 Look for High heat 5 分钟 · 5 minutes

   Visual: 扇贝肉变白不透明，边缘微卷Scallop meat turns opaque white, edges curl

   You know it's right when: 肉质由透明转为纯白Meat loses translucency, becomes solid white

5. 5Remove from steamer, sprinkle with chopped scallions. Optionally pour 1 tbsp hot oil over the scallions for aroma.

   热油淋葱花是点睛之笔