Eating a scallop with that perfect golden sear is a thing of beauty. But there often is a perception that it can’t possibly be done at home — and there’s nothing worse than a pale, rubbery scallop.

With the exception of lobster and certain crabs, few foods of the sea feel as decadent as scallops. They’re like little ocean marshmallows—soft, white, and sweet. If you are a regular visitor at ...

Scallops are typically served at fancy restaurants—with a high-end price tag to match. But we’ll let you in on a little secret: The shellfish is actually really easy to cook at home. They take about ...

Whether for an appetizer or light dinner, scallops can make any course feel a little more elegant. Slightly sweet, tender, ...

Have you ever tried to sear a scallop, only to end up with lots of white foam in the pan? Many scallops you buy are “wet,” having been soaked in a sodium phosphate solution that makes them look whiter ...

Scallops seared in bacon fat deliver when the classic hors d’oeuvre falls short. By Sam Sifton Good morning. Bacon-wrapped scallops are, a trip to Boston reminded me recently, far better in theory ...