adductor muscle (of a bivalve)
General biological term for the muscle that closes a bivalve shell; also used in cooking contexts.
See also: 閉殻筋
Scallop adductor muscles are sweet and delicious when eaten as sashimi.
scallop adductor muscle (as food)
Specifically in food contexts, often referring to the prized round muscle of scallops, clams, etc.
These scallop muscles are big and satisfying to eat.