How do you cook whole clams?

Table of Contents:

1. How do you cook whole clams?
2. Are giant clams edible?
3. How do you tenderize a large clam?
4. Do I need a license to dig clams in Washington?
5. How much is a clam license in WA?
6. What is the limit for clams in Washington state?
7. Where can I dig clams in Washington?
8. How many clams can you get?
9. Are there still clams at Pismo Beach?

How do you cook whole clams?

Soak your clams for 20 minutes in fresh water just before cooking. As the clams breathe they filter water. When the fresh water is filtered, the clam pushes salt water and sand out of their shells. After 20 minutes, the clams will have cleaned themselves of much of the salt and sand they have collected.

Are giant clams edible?

Both the giant clam's mantle tissue and the large muscle that closes the shells are edible and highly prized by people throughout the Pacific and Asia. The shells are taken for decorative purposes. As a result giant clams are heavily harvested and have become rare on many Pacific reefs.

How do you tenderize a large clam?

Light Pounding. Hammering away at clam meat with a chef's mallet physically disintegrates the protein fibers in the same way as tenderizing a steak. To protect the clam's integrity, lay the strips of meat between plastic wrap to avoid splattering the surface, and use the smooth side of the mallet.

Do I need a license to dig clams in Washington?

Each person needs a permit to dig and can only harvest a certain number of clams per day. You can buy permits, check toxin levels, and plan your trip online at the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife. You can also pick up your permits in town at Buck's Northwest.

How much is a clam license in WA?

License costs