
Scallops with Cheese: A Taste of the Ocean
Scallops with Cheese: A Taste of the Ocean
Warm up with these incredibly delicious baked scallops, perfect for chilly days!
This dish might just transport you to the seaside with its fresh oceanic aroma! A delightful combination of sweet and tangy cho-gochujang sauce and a generous sprinkle of savory cheese makes this an irresistible treat. It’s a flavor explosion waiting to happen! Enjoy this wonderfully comforting dish.
Main Ingredients- 9 fresh scallops
- 1 tablespoon mayonnaise
- 1 paper cup mozzarella cheese (or pizza cheese)
Special Sauce Ingredients- 5 tablespoons cho-gochujang (Korean chili paste with vinegar)
- 2 tablespoons finely minced onion
- 2 tablespoons finely chopped green onion
- 1/2 tablespoon minced garlic
- A pinch of black pepper
- 5 tablespoons cho-gochujang (Korean chili paste with vinegar)
- 2 tablespoons finely minced onion
- 2 tablespoons finely chopped green onion
- 1/2 tablespoon minced garlic
- A pinch of black pepper
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, carefully clean and prepare the scallops. Arrange the cleaned scallops attractively in a steamer basket.
Step 2
Once the water is boiling, sprinkle a little soju (Korean rice wine) over the scallops and steam for about 4 minutes, or until just cooked through. This step helps to remove any fishy odor and makes the scallops more tender.
Step 3
While the scallops are steaming, let’s prepare the special sauce. In a small bowl, combine the cho-gochujang, minced onion, chopped green onion, minced garlic, and a pinch of black pepper. Stir everything together thoroughly until well blended.
Step 4
Remove the steamed scallops and generously spoon the prepared special sauce over each one. The sauce will cook slightly and meld beautifully with the scallop’s natural sweetness.
Step 5
Now, let’s add the creamy, cheesy goodness! Drizzle mayonnaise in a zig-zag pattern over the sauce on each scallop. Follow this with a generous layer of pizza cheese. For a final touch, sprinkle some parsley flakes on top for extra color and flavor.
Step 6
Place the prepared scallops in a pan and cover with a lid. Cook over low heat until the cheese is melted and bubbly, and lightly golden brown. Serve immediately while hot and enjoy this delightful seafood treat!

