"What’s the ultimate snack?" Every alcohol enthusiast has pondered this eternal question. To find the answer, I—a lover of all things spicy and a passionate drinker—set out to discover snacks that are affordable, delicious, and easy to prepare.
This time, I’ve picked up the Scallops in Garlic Oil from MUJI. Made with scallops from Aomori Prefecture, this snack boasts a moist, delicious texture.
MUJI: A Treasure Trove of Snacks
MUJI is known for its wide range of products, from home goods to clothing and furniture. But its selection of food is just as impressive, rivaling even supermarkets in variety—and the snack offerings are plentiful.
Whether you’re looking for something that pairs with beer, wine, or sake, you could spend an entire day wandering around the store, brainstorming combinations to try. Everything looks tempting!
Today, I’m featuring the Scallops in Garlic Oil, a snack that’s particularly popular among seafood lovers. The garlic aroma adds a tasty kick to the Aomori-sourced scallops.
Using Scallops from Aomori Prefecture
Aomori, along with Hokkaido, is known as one of Japan’s top scallop-producing regions. These Scallops in Garlic Oil feature scallops sourced from Aomori.
The package contains 33g, with an average of 5-6 scallops inside.
Each scallop is about the size of a small cherry tomato—perfect for popping into your mouth in one bite.
As soon as you open the package, a delightful garlic aroma wafts out. The seasonings are kept simple, allowing you to fully savor the natural umami of the scallops.
Unlike dried snacks, these scallops have a moist texture that releases a burst of flavor when you bite into them.
To be honest, five pieces weren’t quite enough... I could easily eat another pack or two! I devoured the whole thing in no time.
Endless Possibilities for Recipe Ideas!
While my goal is to find snacks that are affordable, delicious, and easy to eat as-is, I couldn’t help but think of ways to incorporate these scallops into other dishes. The garlic isn’t overpowering, so they’d work in a variety of cuisines—whether it’s Japanese, Western, or Chinese. You could even use them as a topping for ochazuke (tea over rice) or as filling for onigiri (rice balls) to enjoy at the end of a meal.
