Can I eat black things in scallop meat?
Can't eat.
The black thing on the scallop meat is the digestive gland of scallop, which is equivalent to the entrance of animals. Its main function is the digestive system and excretory system of scallop. There are wastes, toxins, heavy metals or sediments in the digestive gland of scallop, so it is inedible.
What happens when you eat black things on scallops?
The black substance on scallop meat is mainly the digestive gland of scallop. Because it contains excretory waste or sediment, it may smell or feel turbid if eaten by mistake, causing oral discomfort. If scallops are not completely cooked, these substances may be more susceptible to infection with pathogenic bacteria after entering the human body, resulting in nausea, diarrhea, abdominal pain and other symptoms.
What should I do if I eat black things on scallops by mistake?
If you accidentally eat the black things in scallops, it may affect the taste of scallop meat. After scallops are fully cooked, eating by mistake generally has little effect, so don't worry if there are no special discomfort symptoms. However, if the scallops are not cooked, or the weight of the scallops eaten by mistake is relatively large, it is best to go to the hospital for relevant treatment or examination.
It must be remembered that the black meat on scallops is inedible and will affect your health.