Seafood · Food pairing guide
What goes with Scallops?
Clean marine sweetness, gentle salinity and hazelnut-like seared crust. Fat carries Scallops' round aromas, whereas late acid contrasts Scallops without masking it.
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Pairing principles
What pairs well with Scallops?
Scallops pair well with ingredients that contrast or reinforce their sweetness: acidity from citrus or wine, savoury depth from shellfish reductions, and mild earthy flavours from cauliflower, celeriac or mushrooms.
Food pairing ideas for Scallops
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