Have a clambake anywhere with Boston Lobster Feast Steamers. You will love the flavor of our softshell steamer clams.
Shipped live from New England, clam lovers can enjoy fresh, live steamers anywhere. Soft shell steamer clams make great appetizers.
Nutritional Value: Clams are high in protein and virtually fat free and are perhaps the most versatile seafood in the world. One pound of clams with shell, after shell is removed is about 68g, which yields 50 calories, 8.6 g protein, 31 mg calcium, 213 mg potassium and 9.5 g iron. It also contains 10.8 mcg folate, 33.6 mcg vitamin B-6, 204 IU vitamin A and 23 mg cholesterol.
Preparation and Use: Clams may be prepared in a variety of ways including steaming, frying and baking. They are a favorite in chowders, soups, appetizers and casseroles. Properly cooked seafood is considerably safer than raw seafood and everyone should be aware of the potential dangers of eating seafood raw. Steamer clams should never be eaten raw. People with liver disorders or weakened immune systems should not eat clams or other seafood unless it has been thoroughly cooked. To clean clams: scrub the outside of each clam with a bristle brush. Cover the clams with cold water and add about 1/4 cup of cornmeal and 1/8 cup of salt to each quart of clams. Let stand 2 or 3 hours (this also lightens the meat color). Wash, then cover the clams with cold water for 5 minutes. A knife may be used to cut both of the abductor muscles and remove the clam meat.