Generally, abalone can be steamed in cold water for 8- 10 minutes, but the larger abalone takes about 10- 15 minutes, so it is best to judge the steaming time according to the size of abalone. Abalone is best steamed in cold water. If abalone is steamed with boiling water, a part of protein on the surface will solidify quickly, and the meat on the surface of abalone is older.

Abalone is one of the precious "marine treasures", which is delicious and nutritious. It is called the "soft gold" of the ocean. Abalone is a precious marine edible shellfish, which is known as "the gold on the table and the highest treasure in the ocean". Its meat is tender and nutritious. The edible part of fresh products contains 24% protein and 0.44% fat, and the dried products also contain various vitamins and trace elements. It is a kind of food with high protein and low fat, which is very beneficial to human body.