Glossary - Fish
Scallops - Queenies
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What are Queen scallops?
Queen scallops provide outstanding flavour in a smaller format, making them ideal for starters, pasta dishes and seafood sharing plates. Their sweet flesh and tender texture offer excellent versatility, while their consistent quality allows chefs to create premium dishes with strong visual and commercial appeal.
Latin Name
Aequipecten opercularis
Seasonality
Available all year round
Alternatives
American and Japanese scallops