Clams have a taste that is briny, subtly sweet and savory, along with a uniquely chewy tender texture.
The clams are often described as tasting like a fresh ocean breeze, but the exact flavor of the clams also depends heavily on how the clams are cooked.
The briny flavor of the clams is a natural, salty ocean flavor, which also varies and is based on where the clam was harvested from.
The sweet and savory flavor of the clams is a mild, nutty and meaty underlying sweetness.
And clams are also not fishy in taste.
When the clams are fresh, the fresh clams have a clean, mineral taste to them and not a pungent fishy odor or taste.
The way you prepare the clams before eating them, also changes the taste.
When the clams are eaten raw, the raw clams have a silky texture along with a pronounced, salty ocean flavor.
Steamed clams, including when steamed in garlic and white wine have a plump, juicy and sweet taste.
Fried clams are crispy and rich and highlight the chewiness of the clams.
And when clams are made into clam chowder, the clam itself in the clam chowder contributes a chewy bite and briny depth, while also absorbing the flavors of the creamy or tomato broth.
Clams are also very healthy and are also nutrient dense and are a great source of vitamin B12, lean protein and iron, while also remaining very low in calories.
1 serving of clams provides you with over 1,000% of your daily value of Vitamin B12, which supports your nerve function and DNA synthesis.
Clams also provide you with roughly 12 to 14 grams of high quality protein per 3 ounce serving to preserve muscles.
Clams also contain more iron per gram than beef does, which makes clams perfect for preventing anemia and boosting energy levels.
And clams also contain omega-3 fatty acids that actively lower your inflammation and protect your heart health.
Eating clams boosts and improves your cardiovascular health as they lower your blood pressure.
Clams are high in potassium and magnesium, that helps to relax your blood vessels and lowers blood pressure.
The omega-3 fatty acids in the clams also helps to reduce your triglycerides in your bloodstream and improve cholesterol.
Clams also good for strengthening your immune system and enhancing your brain and thyroid function.
The B12 in clams helps prevent brain atrophy and mental fatigue and the selenium and iodine in clams support optimal thyroid hormone production.
And the high zinc content in clams help to build robust immune cells to fight off infections.