Seattle Seasonal

Ingredient

Pacific Razor Clam

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Flavor: Sweet-briny, tender siphon meat.

Type

seafood

Peak Months

Apr, May

Season Window

Mar → Jun

Flavor & uses

Sweet-briny, tender siphon meat.

Quick fry, chowder, ceviche with citrus.

Storage

Purge in cold salted water; use within 24 hours.

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Phase: Off

Peak: Apr, May

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Sautéed Razor Clams with Seasonal Herbs and Lemon

Fresh Pacific Northwest razor clams sautéed with garlic, herbs, and lemon for a bright, coastal dish.

Local produce: 90%Complexity: 40%Bold flavor: 80%

Panko-Breaded Fried Razor Clams

Savory, crunchy fried razor clams made with Parmesan cheese and Japanese panko breadcrumbs.

Local produce: 70%Complexity: 40%Bold flavor: 80%

Crispy Fried Razor Clams

Crispy fried razor clams with a golden, ultra-crunchy exterior and tender interior, using a few simple ingredients.

Local produce: 80%Complexity: 40%Bold flavor: 80%

Razor Clams with Asian Flavors

This recipe features fresh, locally-sourced razor clams prepared with a simple Asian-inspired sauce to highlight the natural seafood flavor.

Local produce: 90%Complexity: 40%Bold flavor: 80%

Seared Garlic Butter Razor Clams

Tender, sweet razor clams quickly seared in a hot cast-iron skillet with garlic, butter, and white wine.

Local produce: 80%Complexity: 50%Bold flavor: 80%

Pacific Northwest Razor Clam Chowder

Classic Pacific Northwest clam chowder recipe featuring fresh razor clams, potatoes, and cream.

Local produce: 90%Complexity: 50%Bold flavor: 80%

Pan-Seared Razor Clams

Pan-seared razor clams with a simple seasoning, showcasing the briny, sweet flavor of this Pacific Northwest seafood.

Local produce: 90%Complexity: 40%Bold flavor: 80%

Pan-Seared Pacific Razor Clams

Tender Pacific razor clams are pan-fried and served with a simple lemon and butter sauce, highlighting the fresh, briny flavor of the clams.

Local produce: 90%Complexity: 40%Bold flavor: 80%

Razor Clam Recipes for the Pacific Northwest

Recipes for Pacific Northwest razor clams, featuring fried and Italian-style preparations.

Local produce: 100%Complexity: 40%Bold flavor: 80%

Razor Clam Chowder

Homemade chowder made with fresh Pacific razor clams, potatoes, and vegetables.

Local produce: 100%Complexity: 50%Bold flavor: 80%

Pacific Northwest Razor Clam Chowder

A twist on classic clam chowder featuring delicate Pacific razor clams and aromatic leeks, with a light yet luxurious texture.

Local produce: 90%Complexity: 60%Bold flavor: 80%

Preparing and Cooking Pacific Razor Clams

This recipe teaches how to harvest, clean, and cook Pacific razor clams, a regional delicacy in the Pacific Northwest.

Local produce: 100%Complexity: 70%Bold flavor: 80%

Pacific Razor Clam Recipes

Recipes featuring the seasonal and local Pacific razor clam as the star ingredient, prepared with various techniques like sautéing and baking.

Local produce: 90%Complexity: 40%Bold flavor: 80%