Despite its name, it has nothing to do with XO cognac - it's called that because the name evokes a sense of luxury, reflected in the expensive ingredients, especially the dried scallops.

Yau ja gwai, often called Chinese doughnuts or crullers, come in pairs. Dried scallops (conpoy) are expensive, but a little goes a long way. Buy the largest ones you're willing to pay for - the ...

Scallops don’t seem to demand a strict recipe, they adapt to what the cook has on hand. Once the scallops are sauteed until brown, a flavorful acid liquid such as dry vermouth, lemon juice or ...