Galician Scallops in Brine

About This Tin Small, sweet scallops in a clean, lightly salted brine, nothing to distract from the scallop itself. These are volandeiras (queen scallops), a smaller Galician species with a milder sweetness than the large scallops most people picture. Firm texture, briny finish, ready to eat straight from the tin. Collected from the Ría de Arousa in Galicia using the traditional Bou de Vara method, under strict local quotas. La Narval lists the exact species on every tin rather than the more common (and pricier) name these are sometimes sold under. What Makes It Special Lesser-Known Excellence: Volandeiras (Aequipecten opercularis) offer exceptional sweetness and delicate texture while supporting sustainable species diversification. Traditional Bou de Vara Method: Collected by local guilds using controlled technique with strict quota and size controls. Authentic Rías Seawater: Hand-packed with purified water from the same Rías where they grow, preserving pure scallop character. Perfect Pairings Straight from the tin: A squeeze of lemon or fresh herbs is all they need. Grazing board: Pair with crackers, pickles, and other tinned fish for an easy spread. Pasta or stir-fry: Toss into a quick pasta or stir-fry for a fast dose of sweet, briny seafood. Product Details Ingredients: Scallops (molluscs), water, salt. May contain traces of fish and crustacean shellfish. Weight: 3.9oz (110g) net weight, 2.2oz (60g) drained weight Origin: Ría de Arousa, Galicia, Spain Fishing Method: Bou de Vara, a traditional beam trawling method used by local Galician guilds under strict quotas.