Savory Garlic Butter Abalone
Savory Garlic Butter Abalone
How to Prepare and Cook Abalone in Garlic Butter – A Perfect Dish for Special Occasions
Indulge in the rich, buttery, and succulent flavors of our Abalone Butter Garlic dish. This recipe is perfect for birthdays, holidays, or any special gathering.
Ingredients- 6 fresh abalones
- 7 cloves garlic, whole
- 2 Tbsp unsalted butter
- A pinch of sugar (enhances flavor)
- A sprinkle of parsley flakes (for garnish and aroma)
- 1 tsp cooking wine (like Cheongju or Mirin)
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
Let’s create a delightful Abalone dish infused with the rich flavors of butter and garlic. This recipe is impressive enough for a celebratory meal at home.
Step 2
First, it’s crucial to clean the abalones thoroughly. Use a firm brush or an old toothbrush to scrub away any dirt or sand from the black outer surface of the abalone shells. Rinse them under running water as you scrub for the best results.
Step 3
Next, we’ll separate the abalone meat from its shell. Carefully insert a spoon between the meat and the shell, using it as a lever to detach the adductor muscle (the part that holds them together). Be gentle; applying too much force can tear the abalone meat or damage the shell. You’ll notice a dark greenish-blue organ on the inside of the shell after separation – this is the abalone’s gut. You can remove this and save it for later to make a nutritious abalone porridge. Also, look for the abalone’s ‘beak’ or mouthparts near the base of the meat; these are hard and difficult to remove by hand, so use a knife or scissors to cut them out cleanly.
Step 4
Score the abalone meat with a knife in a crosshatch pattern. This not only makes the dish look more appealing but also helps it cook more evenly and become more tender. Melt the butter in a skillet over medium heat. Add whole garlic cloves (or minced garlic) to the melted butter and cook until fragrant, creating a savory garlic-infused oil.
Step 5
Once the garlic-infused butter is fragrant, add the prepared abalone to the skillet. Sear the abalones on both sides until they are lightly golden brown. Abalone cooks quickly and can become tough if overcooked, so aim to cook them just long enough for the butter and garlic flavors to coat the meat nicely. You can add the cooking wine at this stage to help tenderize the abalone and add another layer of flavor.
Step 6
Arrange the beautifully seared abalones on a serving plate. Garnish with a sprinkle of parsley flakes, if desired. This Abalone in Garlic Butter is a showstopper main course, perfect for entertaining guests or celebrating special moments. Enjoy this delicious and nourishing dish!
