Clams - Geoduck
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Fresh Live Geoduck
Fresh Geoduck is the king of clams. Chefs-Resources' Geoduck page shows when fresh Geoduck is available, what it’s flavor profile and taste is like, the yield % from whole live Geoduck so you can determine your plate costing. You’ll also find a nutrition table, the Flavor Scale, and links for further research.
Alternate Names
Elephant Trunk Clam, King Clam
Geoduck Description
Geoduck are the largest burrowing clam, have an elongated shell and can grow to a shell length of 7" with a siphon up to 3 feet long. They have a long siphon which extends well beyond the shell and it's appearance is often associated with an elephant trunk or with certain male anatomy. The average market weight of live Geoduck is about 2 pounds. The siphon is the edible portion. It is covered by a tough skin which can be easily removed by soaking for a few minutes in warm water.
Range & Habitat
Geoduck are available commercially only in the Pacific Northwest from Washington to southern Alaska.
Typical Wholesale Products
Whole Live, Fresh Siphon Meat, Frozen Siphon Meat, Dried Body Meat
Fresh Geoduck Availability
Fresh seafood availability chart: green areas show peak availability, light green show limited availability, gray indicates not available fresh. Frozen available all year long.
Yield Factors, Yield % and Recovery
| Item | To Useable Meat |
To Steaks | To Necks |
| Whole Live Geoduck |
33% | 22% | 12% |
| For detailed butchering yield % and recovery see Geoduck Yield Percentage | |||
Geoduck Flavor Profile
Geoduck have a sweet flavor with a light brininess. The flesh is smooth and cream colored after the the tough skin has been removed. The texture is firm and crunchy.
Nutritional Informationbased upon a 6 oz (171 grams) raw edible serving.
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| Washington DNR | Seafood Watch | ||
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