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NATIONAL FRIED SCALLOPS DAY | October 2
https://www.nationaldaycalendar.com/national-day/national-fried-scallops-day-october-2 ^ | October 02, 2025 | Staff

Posted on 10/02/2025 12:01:28 PM PDT by Red Badger

NATIONAL FRIED SCALLOPS DAY

Right at the beginning of National Seafood Month, National Fried Scallops Day serves up a seafood dish enjoyed across the country. October 2nd each year brings scallop fans together to celebrate their favorite dishes.

#FriedScallopsDay

The word scallop refers to the common name applied to many species of marine bivalve mollusks in the family Pectinidae. Every ocean in the world provides habitat for these mollusks, too.

In fact, many areas of the world prize scallops as a food source. The name scallop applies to the meat of the scallops when it is used as seafood. The tender meat is harvested in a variety of sizes. Larger medallions grill deliciously over an open flame. Smaller scallops pair nicely in soups or pasta. However, this tender and prized meat requires very little season and often takes center stage of a meal.

Like many types of seafood, cooks should be careful not to overcook. The meat becomes tough and rubbery. However, when cooked to just done, the meat is melt-in-your-mouth tender. In the United States, we consume three types of scallops: sea scallops, bay scallops and calico scallops. The flavor and versatility of scallops leads us to celebration!

HOW TO OBSERVE FRIED SCALLOPS DAY

Scallop lovers rejoice! Head to your favorite seafood restaurant and order a plate of scallops. Are you handy in the kitchen? Pick up some scallops to make at home.

Or share your favorite recipes with us. Invite someone to taste scallops for the first time. Introduce them to the best methods for cooking scallops, too. Or, take a cooking class and become master of your kitchen, a la scallop style. While you're celebrating, be sure to use #FriedScallopsDay to post on social media.

Did you know, in Italy, scallops is a dish of potatoes, veggies and thin slices of pork in a brown gravy? So, don't be surprised if you order scallops and the waiter doesn't bring you seafood! Yep, this happened to me recently. The dish was very good, just imagine my surprise expecting a seafood dish and receiving pork.

NATIONAL FRIED SCALLOPS DAY HISTORY

National Day Calendar® continues researching the origins of this delicious food holiday.

Fried Scallops FAQ

Q. What flavors complement fried scallops?

A. Many flavors go well with fried scallops. Try these flavors the next time you make fried scallops.

Lemon

Garlic

Thyme

Tarragon

Parsley

Paprika

Fennel

Q. How do I order sea scallops in Italy?

A. If sea scallops are on the menu, they may be listed as le capesante.

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Notable Birthdays for October 2

Martha Brookes Hutcheson (1871-1959) - One of the first recognized female landscapers in the U.S.

Groucho Marx (1890-1977) - One of the most memorable comedians of all time.

Alex Raymond (1909-1956) - Creator of Flash Gordon.

Heinz von Foerster (1911-2002) - Austrian-American physicist and philosopher.

Jack Parsons (1914-1952) - Inventor of the the first rocket engine to use a castable, composite rocket propellant.

Chuck Williams (1915-2015) - Founded of the retail company Williams Sonoma.

Albert Scott Crossfield (1921-2006) - The first pilot to fly at twice the speed of sound.

George McFarland (1928-1993) - Actor fondly remembered as Spanky in Our Gang (Little Rascals).

Gwen Marston (1936-2019) - Quilter who championed a style of quilting she called "liberated quiltmaking".

Steve Sabol (1942-2012) - Director and producer who co-founded NFL Films.

Don McLean (1945-Still Living) - Singer best known for his 1971 hit American Pie.

Donna Karan (1948-Still Living) - Fashion designer and founder of the DKNY clothing brand.

Annie Leibovitz (1949-Still Living) - Photographer known for her portraits of celebrities and famous people.

Kelly Willis (1968-Still Living) - American country music singer-songwriter.

Kelly Ripa (1970-Still Living) - Talk show host of Live! with Kelly and Mark.

Paul Teutul Jr. (1974-Still Living) - Motorcycle designer and co-founder of Orange County Choppers.

Memorable Events for October 2

1789 - The Bill of Rights is sent to the 13 colonies (states) for ratification. Only 10 states return the document.

1917 - The U.S. enters World War I.

1935 - The Wagner Act is signed into law, creating labor unions.

1952 - The polio vaccine is successfully tested on about 1.8 million kids across the U.S.

1967 - Thurgood Marshall is sworn in as the first Black justice for the U.S. Supreme Court.

1967 - Apollo 7 is launched into space and successfully gains information for the future landing on the moon.

1987 – The Texas Supreme Court rules that burning the American flag is protected under free speech.

1990 - The Human Genome Project studying DNA in humans begins.

1996 - President Clinton signs the Electronic Freedom of Information Act Amendments to establish how records are kept and distributed within government agencies.


TOPICS: Business/Economy; Food; Health/Medicine; History
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1 posted on 10/02/2025 12:01:28 PM PDT by Red Badger
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To: Diana in Wisconsin; SunkenCiv

YUMMY PING!...................


2 posted on 10/02/2025 12:01:55 PM PDT by Red Badger (Homeless veterans camp in the streets while illegals are put up in 5 Star hotels....................)
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To: Red Badger

A delicate proposition, to be sure.


3 posted on 10/02/2025 12:11:36 PM PDT by Cletus.D.Yokel (Catastrophic Anthropogenic Climate Alteration (CACA); The acronym defines the science.)
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To: Red Badger

The finished product should be the same as a seared oyster.
Loose and translucent in the center.


4 posted on 10/02/2025 12:13:01 PM PDT by Cletus.D.Yokel (Catastrophic Anthropogenic Climate Alteration (CACA); The acronym defines the science.)
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To: Red Badger

Oh, and...

Don’t buy scallops over U10.
$$$


5 posted on 10/02/2025 12:13:55 PM PDT by Cletus.D.Yokel (Catastrophic Anthropogenic Climate Alteration (CACA); The acronym defines the science.)
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To: LonePalm

ping


6 posted on 10/02/2025 12:14:23 PM PDT by Cletus.D.Yokel (Catastrophic Anthropogenic Climate Alteration (CACA); The acronym defines the science.)
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To: Cletus.D.Yokel

2 minutes on a side, hot butter................


7 posted on 10/02/2025 12:14:36 PM PDT by Red Badger (Homeless veterans camp in the streets while illegals are put up in 5 Star hotels....................)
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To: Cletus.D.Yokel

Don’t buy scallops on I-10, either.............


8 posted on 10/02/2025 12:15:06 PM PDT by Red Badger (Homeless veterans camp in the streets while illegals are put up in 5 Star hotels....................)
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To: Red Badger

Yes.
Slobber them in the burnt butter left in the pan just before serving.


9 posted on 10/02/2025 12:15:41 PM PDT by Cletus.D.Yokel (Catastrophic Anthropogenic Climate Alteration (CACA); The acronym defines the science.)
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To: Red Badger

This is one of the most interesting recipes I’ve ever tried; a little fiddly, but worth it (3 variations on the original by Chef Jean Georges Vongerichten):

https://www.tfrecipes.com/scallops-and-cauliflower-with-caper-raisin-sauce/


10 posted on 10/02/2025 12:16:13 PM PDT by Jamestown1630 ("A Republic, if you can keep it.")
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To: Cletus.D.Yokel

Ghee!..............


11 posted on 10/02/2025 12:16:40 PM PDT by Red Badger (Homeless veterans camp in the streets while illegals are put up in 5 Star hotels....................)
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To: Red Badger

El Paso scallops?
Just as bad as Albuquerque oysters.
[I’ll let you consider that for a moment...]


12 posted on 10/02/2025 12:17:00 PM PDT by Cletus.D.Yokel (Catastrophic Anthropogenic Climate Alteration (CACA); The acronym defines the science.)
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To: Red Badger

Whizz!...


13 posted on 10/02/2025 12:17:36 PM PDT by Cletus.D.Yokel (Catastrophic Anthropogenic Climate Alteration (CACA); The acronym defines the science.)
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To: Jamestown1630

Looks delicious!.................


14 posted on 10/02/2025 12:17:52 PM PDT by Red Badger (Homeless veterans camp in the streets while illegals are put up in 5 Star hotels....................)
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To: Red Badger

That website is a good one for recipes.


15 posted on 10/02/2025 12:20:47 PM PDT by Jamestown1630 ("A Republic, if you can keep it.")
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To: Red Badger

Naw, I can’t handle them. Lobsters, crabs, shrimp, ok. But not them things.


16 posted on 10/02/2025 12:25:19 PM PDT by kawhill ("I'm going to miss your stories, Robert. You have your own ones now.")
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To: kawhill

If they are cooked right they are delicious!

If they are not cooked right, they are rubber hockey pucks..............


17 posted on 10/02/2025 12:27:25 PM PDT by Red Badger (Homeless veterans camp in the streets while illegals are put up in 5 Star hotels....................)
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To: Red Badger

Does anyone have any tempting recipes for the much smaller “bay” scallops, perhaps some sort of pasta or seafood chowder or even ceviche? If so, please share!


18 posted on 10/02/2025 12:38:18 PM PDT by Blurb2350 (posted from my 1500-watt blow dryer)
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To: Blurb2350

Bay Scallops Scampi:

https://www.food.com/recipe/bay-scallops-scampi-355428


19 posted on 10/02/2025 12:44:14 PM PDT by Jamestown1630 ("A Republic, if you can keep it.")
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To: Red Badger

...and mine. I am 71 today!


20 posted on 10/02/2025 1:25:20 PM PDT by BamaBelle (Psa 143:8 - ...cause me to know the way wherein I should walk; for I lift up my soul unto thee.)
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