The most beautiful canned clams
Grøndal's knife clams in natural brine are tasty and firm mussels with a bite that show why knife clams are a popular food along the European coasts. Serve with a drizzle of olive oil, lemon and sea salt. They are produced by Conservas de Cambados, which specializes in making delicious gourmet preserves, and we think their knife clams are a great example of that goal.
The sea can deliver so many different unique taste experiences, and mussels are some of the most varied flavors you can find. We have found knife clams that can do something very special and which shows why the long clams are a favorite to eat.
Our knife clams ( ensis magnus ) are large, juicy and full of flavour. The slightly larger size makes the mussels suitable for pan-frying, where they can retain both shape and texture.
You can serve them straight from the tin as a snack, as flavoring in salads, or fried and served with side dishes. Because the knife clam is in a neutral brine, you can decide for yourself how the flavor should be expressed, which gives you many opportunities to use knife clam in your cooking.
What do you use canned knife clams for?
If you are new, we recommend letting the clam speak for itself. For example, they can work wonders on the tapas table, where a knife clam can be served with a splash of chili sauce and a little lemon, which allows the taste of a good clam to fully unfold.
The strong taste and the firm meat mean that knife clams demand attention in food, but if you know how to tame the expression, knife clams can create completely unique and delicious dishes. You can, for example, use them to give extra power to stews and soups, where the strong flavor can help create both depth and delicate taste.
We think that knife clams (and other clams) can give an expression of taste and some variations that are absolutely fantastic, and we hope you agree. Check out our recipes to see more about what you can use the delicious and large knife clams for.
Facts
Mussel : Knife clam, Ensis Magnus.
Content : Knife clam (Ensis Magnus), water and salt
Geography : Spain, Galicia
Net weight : Net weight 111 gr., drained weight 72 gr.
Shelf life : +2 years from date of purchase
Storage : Dry between 5 C and 24 C
Catch method : Raised in environmentally safe units in FAO area 27VIIIc (Biscay).