Today, October 2, 2014, is National French Fried Scallops Day. Scallop is a common name that is primarily applied to any one of numerous species of saltwater clams ormarine bivalve mollusks. The common name "scallop" is also sometimes applied to species in other closely related families within the superfamily Pectinoidea. Many species of scallops in the family Pectinidae are highly prized as a food source, and some are farmed as aquaculture. Below is a recipe for French Fried Scallops. 1 lb. scallops 1 egg 1 tbsp. water 1/4 cup fine cracker crumbs 1/4 tsp. garlic salt 1/2 tsp. salt 1/8 cup flour Directions: Thaw frozen scallops and blot dry in towel. Cut large scallops into pieces about 3/4 inch thick. Combine crumbs, salts and flour. Dip scallops in beaten egg, mixed with water and then into crumb mixture. Place one layer deep in frying basket. Fry in deep fat heated to 365º for 5 -6 minutes. Drain on absorbent paper. Serve with Tarter or chili sauce.
