Question Hi. I was actually looking for "scallops - metal taste" when I found a reply you gave to someone else who thought the taste was like soap. I am just wondering if there is a way of getting rid of this preservative by soaking in something or other? I bought bay scallops from the A&P which has a fresh fish counter. The taste is just so strong though, like eating a tuna can is what it makes me think of! I love them in the restaurant but can never seem to cook them myself. I pan friend these in butter and fresh garlic with a little salt and then threw them out. Any thoughts?
Thank you so much for your time.
Lorrie
Answer Hi Lorrie,
Thanks for allowing me the opportunity to help. I feel your pain. There is nothing worse than spending the money for something then being disappointed especially after preparing them yourself.
There are no easy answers here. When the taste is that strong nothing will help. You mentioned that you had great Bay Scallops in a restaurant? Why not ask the folks at the restaurant where they are getting their scallops? The truth is that you need to find a source that you can trust. That may take some time but it will be well worth it.
Usually the most reputable seafood restaurant in the area will be more than willing to help you find seafood or Bay Scallops that you can buy and prepare yourself.
Everything these days seem to be about money. The over processing of seafood adds volume and weight so it is greatly abused. Bay Scallops are a warm water shellfish and most often are sold fresh. They need to be processed or they will go bad quickly. Unfortunately they are not inspected or regulated for the most part.
Don't ever hesitate to take bad fish and shellfish back to where you got it for a refund!
I am sorry I could not be of more help here. I hope that you continue to work to find a Bay Scallop you can enjoy!
I prefer Sea Scallops myself just because they are deep cold water scallops and are frozen immediately after they are harvested. They tend to be better suited for the grocery or retail customer.
