Cedar Key Clams

These hard shell clams are the traditional East Coast mercenaria or quahog species, with a delicious, mildly sweet flavor with a briny accent. They are 1-1/2 to 2 inches in size across the hinge (referred to as middlenecks). Cultivated and harvested by the watermen of Cedar Key, Florida, clams are quick-cooked in their shell, individually quick frozen and vacuum-sealed by the dozen in a convenient boil-in-bag. By boiling in the bag, it retains the sensational juice that can be utilized into a broth. They arrive to your doorstep frozen, convenient, and ready to be heated and served in minutes.

To prepare, simply boil or steam the clams – in the bag is easiest – for 5-6 minutes and they are ready to serve. You can also add them into your favorite pasta dish, bake them as clams casino, or add them to your chowder recipe. Do not thaw clams prior to cooking.

Each order comes with a simple cooking instruction card for reference features 12 clams per bag.