Venus Clams

Harvest method and location: Farmed in Baja by Baja Shellfish Farms. These clams are hand-harvested, rather than using dredges, to ensure the habitat is left unharmed. 

Description and Facts: These clams have a mild salty sweetness and are great for steaming! They are salty yet sweet, with a mild finish. Harvested daily! Enjoy ice cold on the half shell or go for our steamer recipe! Either way, you can't go wrong. 

Cooking Methods & Tips: 

Steam: 5-10 minutes (or until shells open)

Saraspe Family Tips: Check out our favorite recipe on our blog! 

Garlicky Steamed Mussels and Clams Recipe

Nutrition (3 oz): Protein: 21.7g, Fat: 1.7g, Carbohydrates: 4.4g

Clams are an EXCELLENT source of vitamin B12. Clams are also a great source of selenium and copper. 

*Consumer Advisory Notice:  Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, or eggs may increase your risk of foodborne illness. There is a risk associated with consuming raw or undercooked foods such as meat, poultry, or seafood products. If you have chronic illness of the liver, stomach, blood, or have immune disorders, you are at greater risk of illness from raw oysters and should eat oysters fully cooked. If unsure, consult your physician. 

(Source: Nutrient data for this listing was provided by USDA SR-21.)