Scallops with bok choy

Scallops with bok choy is a traditional dish that's especially popular in Shandong as a banqueting dish. Although there are variations, it's usually made with a combination of fresh scallops, bok choy, ginger, garlic, vegetable oil, sesame oil, Shaoxing wine or sherry, salt, sugar, and black pepper. The bok choy is blanched in boiling water and drained, while the scallops are blanched in water for a few seconds before they're drained. The ginger and garlic are fried in oil in a wok and then mixed with the sesame oil, salt, pepper, sugar, and wine or sherry. Bok choy and scallops are added to the wok and the dish is stir-fried shortly before it's served hot. Sometimes, the dish is served with the bok choy arranged to resemble the spokes of a wheel, while the scallops are served on top.