2025年1月1日 · Surfclams are the largest bivalves found in the western North Atlantic. They grow up to 8.9 inches, although clams larger than 7.9 inches are rare. Their shells are thick, triangular, and yellowish-white with rounded edges and concentric ridges. Shells do …

2024年7月23日 · In this article, we will guide you through the art of cooking surf clams, offering you tips and techniques to create an unforgettable dining experience. 1. Selecting and Cleaning Surf Clams. Before diving into the cooking process, it’s essential to choose the freshest and highest quality surf clams.

2014年1月23日 · Surf clams are often the “fried clams” featured on menus across the country. This is the most important clam species, by volume, in the United States. Surf clams average 4 1/2 to 8 inches across. They’re taken by hydraulic dredges from sand or gravel habitats in depths of 10 to 300 feet.

The Atlantic surf clam (Spisula solidissima ), also called the bar clam, hen clam, skimmer or simply sea clam, is a very large, edible, saltwater clam or marine bivalve mollusk in the family Mactridae. It is commonly found in the western Atlantic Ocean.

2024年5月16日 · The surf clam, of Spisula solidissima, is native to the oceans off the coast of the eastern United States, running from Maine to North Carolina. Also called the Atlantic surf clam, skimmer, hen clam. and bar clam, this clam is harvested year-round.

The Atlantic surf clam (Spisula solidissima) and the ocean quahog (Arctica islandica) are benthic dominant infaunal clams on the Georges Bank, Southern New England Shelf, and Mid Atlantic Bight.

Surf clams range from 4 to 8 inches in length (surf clams are more oval or triangular than round). Surf clam meat is white to light tan in color with some pieces having an orange cast. It has a mild, sweet flavor. Approximately two-thirds of the clam’s shucked weight is used.

This French-style Steamed Arctic Surf Clam recipe uses garlic, white wine, and butter, creating a dish that's absolutely delicious when paired with some bread.

2010年10月16日 · The Atlantic Surf Clam is the largest clam on the Atlantic coast. They have a strong, triangular shaped, two-part or bivalve shell that can reach up to 6 inches across.

2024年9月22日 · Surf clams are a type of bivalve mollusk that can be found along the coastlines of North America, particularly in the Atlantic Ocean. These clams are known for their distinctive shape and delicious taste, making them a popular choice for seafood enthusiasts.