Japanese Hokkaido Frozen Baby Scallops 1kg

Processed Baby Hotate | Low Calorie High Protein Seafood | Ready to Eat

Looking for convenient, low-calorie, protein-rich seafood for fitness meals, salads, pasta and home cooking? These Japanese Hokkaido Frozen Baby Scallops are small scallops labelled in Japanese as Boiled Baby Scallops, meaning they have already been boiled. Each pack has a net weight of 1kg and is rapidly frozen for preservation. According to the product description, they can be enjoyed after thawing, or lightly heated and added to your favourite dishes.

BB Scallop is different from general large scallops. Large scallops usually only take the cylindrical adductor muscle part, while this Baby Hotate retains relatively complete small scallop meat, so the shape is smaller, more natural and slightly irregular, with some visible skirt and internal organs. It tastes naturally sweet and has a tender texture with slight elasticity. Due to its small size, no complex cutting is needed, making it especially suitable for salads, pasta, fried rice, fried eggs, seafood soup, bento and fitness meals.

Only about 50 calories per 100g, while providing 11.1g protein, total fat is only about 0.6g, and carbohydrates are also only about 0.6g. For those controlling calories, losing fat, managing weight, or looking to increase seafood protein choices, this is a very convenient frozen ingredient.

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Why Choose Hokkaido BB Scallop?

Only about 50Kcal per 100g

BB Scallop itself has lower calories, only about 50 calories per 100g, making it easy to add to daily diets that require controlling total calories. Compared with meat dishes that require a lot of oil or sauce, BB Scallop only needs simple thawing or light heating to enjoy the natural seafood flavor.

Suitable pairings:

• Fitness Fat-loss Meals
• High Protein Salad
• Light Bento
• Calorie-Controlled Dinner
• Post-Workout Meal
• Simple Seafood Breakfast
• Low-Fat Pasta and Fried Rice

11.1g Protein per 100g

BB Scallop provides about 11.1g protein per 100g, serving as a seafood protein source other than chicken breast, eggs, fish fillet and other meats. For those who frequently work out or have a diverse diet, this can avoid eating only a single protein ingredient for a long time, making fitness meals more varied.

BB Scallop is small in size, making it easy to control portions. You can take out 100g, 150g or 200g according to the portion needed per meal, and add vegetables, pasta, rice or other protein ingredients.

Low Fat and Light

Nutrition Facts: Total fat per 100g is about 0.6g, saturated fat and trans fat are both 0g. The natural seafood taste is sweet, so rich dishes can be made even without adding large amounts of butter or rich sauce.

It is recommended to enjoy by steaming, light stir-frying, baking, mixing in salad or adding to soups to better retain the product's fresh taste and light characteristics.

Boiled, ready to eat after thawing

For busy people who often prepare fitness meals or don't want to spend too much time handling seafood, simply take out the appropriate amount to thaw and add to salads, cold noodles, bento or other cold dishes.

If you prefer hot food, you can also quickly stir-fry, add pasta, make soup or heat slightly, but long-term high-temperature cooking is not recommended to avoid the BB Scallop meat shrinking and becoming tough.

1kg large pack, convenient for multiple uses

Net weight per pack is 1000g, suitable for families, fitness enthusiasts, Meal Prep users and food service businesses. You can pre-portion according to the meal needs, such as 100g or 150g per portion, and store back in the freezer.

A 1kg pack can flexibly make a variety of dishes, whether for a two-person family, a family sharing, or preparing several days of fitness meals at once, it is very convenient.

Flash Frozen Storage

Uses Tunnel Freezer flash freezing technology to help quickly lower the temperature after product production, facilitating long-term frozen storage and maintaining the condition of the seafood.

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What is the difference between BB Scallop and general scallops?

BB Scallop is Baby Hotate, a smaller scallop. It is not the large cylindrical scallops commonly seen in Western cuisine that only take the adductor muscle part.

BB Scallop

• Small Size
• Retains relatively complete small scallop meat
• Natural shape, size may vary slightly
• Some have skirt and other edible parts
• Concentrated Umami
• Suitable for salads, fried rice, pasta, soups and bento
• Usually multiple pieces can be used per dish, convenient for even distribution

Large Scallop

• Usually only takes the scallop adductor muscle
• Larger shape and cylindrical
• Suitable for pan-frying, grilling and Western main courses
• Single portion is larger
• Price and use are usually different from Baby Hotate

The advantage of BB Scallop is that the portion is easy to control, no cutting is needed, and every bite allows you to taste the natural fresh taste of the small scallop, making it especially suitable for daily home cooking and fitness meals.

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Texture and Taste

After thawing, the BB scallop has a natural seafood aroma and a fresh, sweet taste that is not overly strong. The small scallop meat is tender with a slight chewy texture, while the skirt part is more toothsome than the central meat, making the overall layers richer than a simple large scallop meat.

Since the product is already poached, it is best enjoyed simply. A little lemon juice, black pepper, Japanese sesame paste, olive oil, soy sauce, or mustard can bring out the natural sweetness of the scallop.

If added to hot dishes, it is recommended to add the BB scallop only when the dish is almost finished, quickly tossing and heating it to avoid overcooking.

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Recommended Ways to Eat

Thawed and ready-to-eat BB scallop salad

Place the BB scallop in the refrigerator to thaw thoroughly, drain excess water, and serve with lettuce, rocket, broccoli, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and corn. Add a little Japanese sesame paste, vinaigrette, or lemon juice to complete this low-calorie, high-protein seafood salad.

This method requires no cooking, making it suitable for busy office workers, fitness enthusiasts, and light summer meals.

Garlic BB scallop pasta

First, stir-fry the garlic and a little olive oil, add cooked pasta and a little pasta water, adjust the seasoning, and finally add the thawed BB scallop and toss quickly.

The BB scallop is already cooked, so it does not require long stir-frying. Finally, add black pepper, parsley, and lemon juice to complete this refreshing, sweet seafood pasta.

BB scallop scrambled eggs

Beat the eggs and add a little chopped green onion, stir-fry until half-cooked, then add the thawed and drained BB scallop and stir-fry quickly until the eggs are set.

The natural sweetness of the scallop enhances the flavor of the scrambled eggs, making it suitable as a breakfast, bento, or home-style side dish with rice.

BB scallop fried rice

First, stir-fry the eggs, vegetables, and white rice, season, and finally add the BB scallop. Stir gently until the scallop is completely warmed through.

It can be paired with corn, carrots, peas, eggs, and chopped green onion to make a colorful family fried rice.

BB scallop broccoli

First blanch or stir-fry the broccoli until the desired texture, then add the garlic and BB scallop. Season with a little oyster sauce, soy sauce, or clear chicken stock.

This dish provides both seafood protein and vegetables, making it suitable as a side dish with rice or as a meal component for fitness.

Japanese BB scallop cold noodles

Add the thawed BB scallop to buckwheat noodles or udon cold noodles, serve with shredded cucumber, seaweed, sesame, hot spring egg, and Japanese noodle sauce.

On hot days, it can be a refreshing meal that is simple to prepare and easy to control portion sizes.

BB scallop seafood soup

Add the BB scallop to the miso soup, tofu soup, tomato soup, or vegetable soup just before finishing, and heat slightly.

Since the BB scallop is already cooked, it does not require long boiling. Adding it at the end prevents excessive shrinkage of the meat while retaining its natural sweetness.

BB scallop fitness bento

Each 100 to 150g of BB scallop can be paired with:

• Brown rice or quinoa
• Broccoli
• Asparagus
• Sweet Potatoes
• Boiled Egg
• Avocado
• Salad Greens
• Cherry tomatoes

Prepare multiple portions in advance and refrigerate; suitable for taking lunch to work or enjoying after exercise.

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Fitness and weight management consumption suggestions

Fat-loss meal pairing

Each 100g of BB scallop contains approximately 50 calories and 11.1g of protein. It can be paired with plenty of vegetables and a moderate amount of carbohydrates to create a balanced meal with higher satiety.

A simple fat-loss meal combination can include:

• 150g BB scallop
• 150g broccoli
• A suitable amount of cherry tomatoes
• One portion of brown rice or sweet potato
• A little vinaigrette or lemon juice

Muscle-building meal pairing

People undergoing strength training can pair BB scallop with eggs, chicken breast, tofu, or other protein ingredients to increase the variety of proteins in a meal.

For example:

• 200g BB scallop
• Two eggs
• One bowl of brown rice
• Asparagus and broccoli
• Suitable source of healthy fats

Post-workout light meal

If you do not want to eat greasy food after exercise, you can add thawed Baby Hotate to salads, rice balls, soba noodles or simple soups. Since the product is cooked, preparation time can be significantly reduced.

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Recommended Thawing Method

Chilled in Fridge to Thaw

Place the required amount into an airtight container or freezer bag and thaw in the refrigerator. This method helps maintain the texture of the Baby Hotate and makes it easy to control the thawed portion.

Cold Water Thawing

If you need to use it faster, keep the Baby Hotate sealed and thaw under running cold water. After thawing, drain the water and enjoy or cook as soon as possible.

Portioning suggestion

After receiving the product, you can portion it into 100g, 150g or 200g servings per meal, provided it is suitable for handling. Taking out only the required amount each time helps reduce repeated thawing.

The product packaging indicates that refreezing after thawing may affect quality, so it is recommended to thaw in portions according to actual consumption.

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Product Information

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Nutritional Information per 100g

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Suitable for the following customers

• People currently building muscle
• People currently losing fat or controlling calories
• People looking to add seafood protein options
• Fitness enthusiasts who do not want to eat only chicken breast every day
• People who need to prepare Meal Prep quickly
• Families who like Japanese Hokkaido seafood
• Office workers who want to prepare simple healthy bento
• People who like salads, pasta and Japanese cold noodles
• Customers who need a 1kg seafood bulk pack at home
• Restaurants, cafes, light food outlets and fitness meal suppliers
• Japanese restaurants, bento shops and salad shops

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FAQ

What is Baby Hotate?

Baby Hotate is Baby Hotate, a scallop with a smaller body. The product retains relatively intact small scallop meat rather than only taking the cylindrical adductor muscle from the centre of large scallops.

Is Baby Hotate a large scallop?

No. Baby Hotate is smaller in size and has a more natural shape with slightly irregular edges. It is not the thick, large scallop commonly seen in Western cuisine.

Is the product already cooked?

Yes. The Japanese packaging label means “Boiled Baby Scallops”, indicating that the product has already been boiled.

Can I eat it after thawing?

The packaging indicates no further cooking is required. After proper thawing, it can be eaten directly. You can also add it to salads, cold noodles or heat it simply according to personal preference.

How many calories are there per 100g?

Approximately 50 calories per 100g.

How much protein is there per 100g?

Approximately 11.1g protein per 100g.

Is it suitable for fitness enthusiasts?

Baby Hotate has approximately 50 calories, 11.1g protein and 0.6g fat per 100g, making it suitable as a seafood protein choice in fitness meals.

Can it be pan-fried?

Yes, it can be lightly pan-fried, but since the product is cooked, it is recommended to just quickly sear the surface. Long-term high-temperature cooking may cause the Baby Hotate to shrink and become tough.

Can it be added to Hot Pot?

Yes, but it is recommended to heat in the pot just before eating. The product is cooked and does not require long cooking.

Can this be made into sashimi?

This product is a pre-boiled and frozen baby scallop, not a raw sashimi product. It is recommended to be enjoyed as cooked seafood.

How much does one pack weigh?

Net weight per pack is 1000g.

Can it be refrozen after thawing?

Refreezing after thawing may affect quality, so it is recommended to portion and thaw only the amount needed each time.