Fried Scallops

• 8 scallops
• 2 eggs, beaten
• 4 tablespoons double cream

Wash and trim scallops; slice in half. Combine beaten eggs and cream in a bowl. Add salt and freshly-ground black pepper, to taste. Dip scallops in egg mixture, then in cornmeal or crumbs, and allow to set on aluminium foil for about 5 minutes before cooking.

Melt butter in a thick-bottomed frying pan or deep-fryer. Add oil; bring to frying temperature and cook scallops in fat until the