Scallop with Vermicelli

Step 1

Soak the 100g vermicelli in warm water for 10 minutes until soft, then drain and arrange on a heatproof plate.

Step 2

Mince the 4 garlic cloves and 1 inch ginger. Slice the 3 green onions into thin strips and julienne the 1 small carrot into matchsticks.

Step 3

Pat the 8 scallops dry and arrange them on top of the vermicelli. Sprinkle with half the garlic and ginger.

Step 4

Set up a steamer over boiling water. Steam the plate for 8-10 minutes, until the scallops are just opaque and firm to the touch.

Step 5

While steaming, heat the 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a small pan over medium. Add the remaining garlic and ginger, cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.

Step 6

Remove the plate from the steamer. Drizzle with the 2 tbsp soy sauce and the hot garlic oil. Top with the green onions and carrot shreds.

Step 7

Serve immediately, hot.