Pescados y Mariscos

Canned small clams

Canned small clams
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Ingredient Information

Name

Canned small clams

Category

Pescados y Mariscos

Popularity

2 recipes

Status

Inactive

Description

Canned small clams are small bivalve mollusks that are preserved in cans to extend their freshness and facilitate their use in cooking. These shellfish, appreciated for their delicate flavor and soft texture, are frequently used in preparations such as soups, rice dishes, pastas, and stews, providing a unique marine touch.

The origin of clams is primarily coastal, found on beaches and estuaries in various regions of the world, with a notable presence on the Atlantic and Pacific coasts. The canned version makes them available year-round, regardless of the fishing season.

Regarding their properties, canned small clams are an excellent source of high biological value proteins, low in fat, and rich in minerals such as iron, zinc, and calcium, in addition to containing B vitamins. This makes them a nutritious and light ingredient to include in various recipes.

In different Hispanic American countries, canned small clams may be known as "almejitas en lata" or "almejas en conserva", terms that facilitate their identification in the local market and among cooking enthusiasts.

Nutritional Properties

0g
fiber
67mg
calcium
29mcg
folate
13.98mg
iron
628mg
potassium
148
calories
0mcg
lycopene
25.5g
protein
3.2mg
vitamin c
98.9mcg
vitamin b12
2.0g
total fat
0.4g
saturated fat
3.6g
carbohydrates

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