Rappahannock Oyster Co. Olde Salt Middleneck Clams Live In-Shell 200 Count

These live Olde Salt middleneck clams from Rappahannock Oyster Co. are harvested from Virginia's renowned Chincoteague Bay, where fresh and saltwater merge to create a unique merroir. Each clam measures approximately 1 1/4 inches in diameter and features a rich, briny flavor with subtle sweet undertones. Their texture is firm, creamy, and bursting with flavor, characteristic of the middleneck variety.

These clams are versatile for culinary use, suitable for serving raw on the half shell or prepared in various dishes such as Spaghetti alle Vongole, Clams Casino, or steamed in a New England clambake. Cooking methods include stuffing, broiling, roasting, or steaming, often paired with light cream or spicy tomato sauces.

For storage, keep the clams refrigerated on a damp towel-lined baking sheet with another damp towel on top, or on a bed of ice with caution due to higher mortality rates. Before serving, soak clams in fresh water for 10-20 minutes to remove sand. Clams that remain open when tapped should be discarded. As per ServSafe guidelines, retain the tag for 90 days.

Product Specifications

Quantity: 200/Case

Shipping Weight: 16.25 lb.

Clam Diameter: 1 1/4 Inches

Clam Type: Middleneck

Features: Made in America

Meat Variety: Clam

Species: Crassostrea Virginica

Style: In-Shell

Type: Clams

Briny salinity yet small afternotes of subtle sweetness

Bursting with a rich, creamy, and firm texture

Ideal for serving raw on the half shell or for a wide range of cooking applications

Harvested from Virginia's seafood-famous Chincoteague Bay

Contains 200 clams; ships refrigerated