Food - Drink
The Real Difference Between Sea Scallops And Bay Scallops
By JENNIFER WALDERA
There are arguably few varieties of seafood as simultaneously sumptuous and simple to prepare as the humble scallop. However, when searching out scallops to serve for supper or at your next soirée, it's important to note the type to buy.
The most noticeable difference between bay scallops and sea scallops is their size. MasterClass likens bay scallops' size to pieces of popcorn while suggesting that sea scallops are more in line with large marshmallows in their measurements.
While bay scallops are smaller than sea scallops, they tend to be both sweeter and more tender. If you're looking to make a meal in which the scallops are going to shine on the center stage of your dish sea scallops would be the best bet whereas bay scallops are more suitable for the likes of soups and stews, given their tendency to remain tender.