Scallops Delivery or Pickup

Scallops are part of the saltwater clam species in the Pectinidae taxonomic family. They are part of the bivalve family found in oceans all over the world and can freely travel short distances along the ocean floor. Because they swim actively, the scallop's abductor muscle, the portion that's sold to consumers, is bigger than an oyster's and is highly prized.

In addition to its flavor and versatility, the scallop has also been admired for its beauty. It has been used as a symbol for Saint James the Great, Saint Augustine, for pilgrims who have walked the Way of Saint James, and as a symbol of fertility in Sandro Botticelli's "Birth of Venus." The scallop is a unique sea creature whose reputation extends beyond the kitchen and is seen in the artistic and religious worlds.

Scallops are high in amino acids and are a little bit sweet to create a delicate cut of shellfish that is prized in seafood restaurants everywhere. You can buy scallops fresh, canned, or frozen, or already cooked from your supermarket's prepared foods section in the store. 

A scallop doesn't need to be cooked with many ingredients. Just a little bit of butter or oil goes a long way, and pepper, garlic, and capers are great additions. Scallops can highlight risotto with cream and mushrooms or red peppers, tomatoes, and pasta. Scallops are quite a nice addition to pasta dishes and complement a variety of light sauces.

The French classic dish Coquilles St. Jacques combines scallops with lemon and garlic, or simply saute scallops with butter, pepper, and salt until caramelized on each side. A nice white wine sauce can be prepared by adding half a cup of wine to the pan once the scallops are seared and lowering the heat to medium. Simmer for a couple of minutes, and then remove the scallops. Add another one-and-a-half cups of dry white wine with minced garlic and three tablespoons of lemon juice, bring to a boil, and reduce by half. Add parsley and butter, and then cover the scallops with the sauce.

In order to sear scallops, there are some rules to follow. Rinse the scallops in cold water, pat dry, add butter and oil, and saute over medium-high heat. Once the butter begins to smoke a bit, add the scallops, and cook about one to one-and-a-half minutes on each side. 

Instacart offers a variety of scallop food items to buy. Just head to the Instacart app to look through the shellfish section and under scallops place the items of interest in your cart. Complete your purchase and let an Instacart shopper head over to the store to pick out the items for you. You'll save time and money while you wait for your order to arrive, usually within the same day!