A clam is a type of mollusk that is part of a group of sea creatures known as bivalves, which includes mussels, oysters, and scallops. Clams are considered to be a shellfish as they are enclosed within a shell and they are widely eaten as a popular seafood around the world. Facts about clam’s nutrients Clams are popular around the world as they are easily available and nutritional. Clams are considered to be one of the world’s most sustainable seafood resource as they are easy to manage and grow. As a seafood, clams are naturally low in fat, high in protein, and rich in essential nutrients such as zinc, iron, magnesium, vitamin B, and selenium. They can be eaten as an ingredient for pasta, soups, and stew, but is most commonly eaten steamed. …show more content…
Clams can be bought already shucked or still in the shell, and it is important to watch out for these things when buying clams. For shucked clams, they should not have an ammonia odor and wrinkling clams. A foul odor and wrinkling is a sign that the clams are not fresh and have been out of the water for too long. Look for clams that are plump, heavy, unwrinkled, and have no foul odor. Meanwhile, whole clams or unshelled clams should be sold live. To know if your whole clams are live, simply tap the shell of the clam. If the shell closes, it means that the clam is fresh and alive, however, if it does not close or remains open, then it is a sign that the clam is no longer fresh. How to store clams After buying your clams, it is important to store them properly to avoid them from going bad. If you bought fresh whole clams, you can store them in a container and put it in the refrigerator for two days. Shucked clams would need to be stored in a porous bag or a wet cloth-covered bowl in the refrigerator. Never put your clams on ice or in a plastic bag submerged in water as they can die from lack of