Robata Hotate
Robata Hotate is a tasty, easy-to-make Japanese seafood dish that will have your toddler singing with joy! This deliciously healthy snack is made with succulent scallops, shiitake mushrooms, and a flavorful soy-based sauce, making it a perfect choice for parents looking for kid-friendly recipes to serve up in Australia. With its unique flavours and texture, Robata Hotate is sure to become one of your toddler’s favourites!
General Information
- Servings: 4
- Keywords: Robata Hotate, Ocean Scallop, Grilled, Japanese, Toddler Friendly
- Calories: 200 kcal
- Protein: 9 g
- Carbs: 6 g
- Fats: 15 g
- Preparation Time: 10 mins
- Cooking Time: 20 mins
Ingredients
- 1 lb ocean scallops (~450 grams)
- 2 tablespoons of butter (~30 grams)
- 1 teaspoon of white sesame seeds (~4 grams)
- 2 tablespoons of soy sauce (~35 grams)
- 1 tablespoon of sesame oil (~15 ml)
Directions
- Preheat your oven’s broiler to high temperature (~275°C).
- Prepare your scallops by rinsing them with cold water to ensure they’re clean, pat them dry and set aside. 🤗
- Place the dry scallops onto a lightly greased baking dish.
- Cut the butter into small chunks and spread them over the scallops.
- Sprinkle on the sesame seeds.
- Place the baking dish onto the middle rack of the oven and cook for 6 to 8 minutes. Yum!
- Combine together in a small bowl the soy sauce and sesame oil and mix well.
- Remove the baking dish from the oven and brush the soy and sesame oil mixture over the scallops.
- Put the dish back into the oven and cook for an additional 4 minutes until the scallops are browned and cooked to your desired preference.
- Serve the Robata Hotate and enjoy! 🍡
Recommended Sides
- Rice
- Mixed green salad
- Miso soup
- Steamed veggies
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