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Hotate Sushi: How Chefs Judge, Thaw, and Cut Scallops

September 8, 2026August 23, 2026 by Hiro
Three pieces of raw hotate scallop nigiri on a dark ceramic plate at a sushi counter

Hotate is the Japanese word for scallop. Discover its delicate sweetness, smooth texture, common sushi styles, and what beginners should know before ordering it raw or seared.

Categories Sushi Tags Hotate, Nigiri, Scallop, Shellfish, Sushi

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