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    Home » Recipe Review » Hokkigai Arctic Surf Clams With Ginger And Scallions Cold Appetizer 薑蔥北極貝冷盤食譜

    Hokkigai Arctic Surf Clams With Ginger And Scallions Cold Appetizer 薑蔥北極貝冷盤食譜

    Jan 15, 2021 · 29 Comments

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    HOKKIGAI ARCTIC SURF CLAMS WITH GINGER AND SCALLIONS COLD APPETIZER 薑蔥北極貝冷盤

    In preparation for the upcoming Chinese Lunar New Year, I prepared a refreshing cold appetizer recipe. Consider this easy dish a surf clam salad. It is beautiful, celebratory vibrant and easy to make. Pair this Hokkigai Arctic Surf Clams with Ginger and Scallion Cold Appetizer with a Spicy Soy Dipping Sauce 薑蔥北極貝冷盤 辣椒豉油 for a satisfying finish! Add White Cockle Clams for an added layer of sweet ocean umami flavour.

    ARTIC SURF CLAMS WITH GINGER & SCALLION薑蔥北極貝
    Ginger Scallion Hokkigai Cold Appetizer 薑蔥北極貝冷盤食譜

    This post is sponsored by Clearwater.ca and I have been compensated monetarily. All views and opinions are my own. Thank you for supporting the brands that keep Nomss in the kitchen!

    Jump to:
    • What Does Arctic Surf Clams Taste Like
    • Arctic Surf Clams Health Benefits
    • Where To Buy Arctic Surf Clams
    • Clearwater Arctic Surf Clams
    • Where Are Clearwater Arctic Surf Clams Harvested?
    • Ingredients You Will Need To Make Clam Salad
    • How To Prepare Arctic Surf Clams and Cockle Clams
    • How To Prepare Hokkigai Cold Appetizer 薑蔥北極貝冷盤
    • How to Prepare Spicy Soy Dipping Sauce 辣椒豉油食谱
    • Chinese Lunar New Year Symbolism
    • Other Chinese Surf Clam Recipe
    • What To Serve With Surf Clams
    • HOKKIGAI ARCTIC SURF CLAMS WITH GINGER AND SCALLIONS COLD APPETIZER 薑蔥北極貝冷盤食譜

    What Does Arctic Surf Clams Taste Like

    Hokkigai Arctic Surf Clams has a distinguished taste, meaty texture, mild aroma, and sweet flavour.

    This giant clam has a beautiful rose white coloration and a juicy texture perfect for cold applications in Asian cuisine. 

    Chilled Arctic surf clams have a sweeter taste which is fantastic served as surf clam sashimi. Most sushi restaurants offer hokkigai nigiri sushi or hokkigai sashimi on their high-end sushi menus.  I love surf clam sushi, they are soooo tasty!

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    Both raw surf clams have a soft and firm texture that is super delicious with a slight crunch. They are low in fat and high in protein.

    Comparatively, White Cockle Clams are less briny bivalves with an unique texture.

    The adductor muscle of the the raw surf clam is soft and can be eaten. 

    Arctic Surf Clams Health Benefits

    Hokkigai clams (spisula solidissima) are a great low fat, high protein choice that is a very nutritious whole food. Surf clams are high in iron, Omega 3 fatty acids.

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    Where To Buy Arctic Surf Clams

    Arctic Surf Clams are available at most major grocery stores and supermarkets. 

    Clearwater Arctic Surf Clams

    I ordered my frozen surf clams and white cockle clams from Clearwater - shop.clearwater.ca. 

    They offer a wide range of delicious sustainable seafood of the highest quality products.

    If you are ordering seafood online for the first time, trust that Clearwater ships high quality, premium wild, MSC-certified products across Canada. Option for contactless delivery for grocery shopping and avoid the disappointment of long lines at supermarkets. Clearwater also sells other eco-certified seafood products online and in major supermarkets.

    My Northern clams arrived neatly packaged on the day I requested with an insulated box with ice and a tracking number.

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    Where Are Clearwater Arctic Surf Clams Harvested?

    Clearwater harvests the clams miles offshore Bedford, Nova Scotia, in pristine deep open water and cold clear Canadian water.

    The Canadian North Atlantic clams come on board the vessel is quickly steamed to loosen the meat (and to lock-in that vibrant colour). The Atlantic surf clam meat is then taken out. Then the live surf clams are immediately flash frozen at sea.

    It then goes to the factory to be processed and graded before being shipped worldwide. 98% of is headed to Asia and Japan for the sushi and sashimi market.

    How To Prepare Arctic Surf Clams / Cockle Clams

    Ingredients You Will Need To Make Clam Salad

    Hokkigai Arctic Surf Clams

    White Cockle Clams

    Lime

    Green Onions

    Ginger

    Sesame Oil

    Bird's Eye Red Chilis

    Sugar

    Vegetable Oil

    Steamed Soy Fish Sauce or Light Soy Sauce

    How To Prepare Arctic Surf Clams and Cockle Clams

    • Simply defrost 400g package of Arctic Surf Clams
    • In a large bowl, rinse the red clam under running cold water.
    • Slice and cut on the bias into halves and clean off the stomach part. While you can eat the surf clams whole, for better absorption of the spicy dressing it is best to cut the clams in half
    • Place the clams and lime slices in ice water for 5 minutes. By placing the clams with lime slices accentuates the faint sweet flavour.
    • Remove from water and pat dry.

    How To Prepare Hokkigai Cold Appetizer 薑蔥北極貝冷盤

    • Julienne green onions and ginger.
    • Toss in Northern Surf Clam and Cockle Clams sashimi in a large mixing bowl.
    • Lightly drizzle sesame oil. Mix well.
    • Plate and set aside.

    Spicy Soy Dipping Sauce 辣椒豉油
    Spicy Soy Dipping Sauce 辣椒豉油

    How to Prepare Spicy Soy Dipping Sauce 辣椒豉油食谱

    • Julienne green onions and ginger.
    • Finely chop birds eye chilli. Remove seeds if you prefer it to be less spicy.
    • Add green onions, ginger, bird's eye chilli, and sugar to a small dipping bowl.
    • In a small pot, over medium-high heat, simmer neutral tasting/vegetable oil before smoking. The oil must be hot and cooked.
    • Pour cooked oil directly over green onions, ginger and birds eye chilli in the small dipping bowl.
    • Add steamed fish soy sauce into the small dipping bowl.

    Chinese Lunar New Year Symbolism

    Arctic Surf Clams and Cockle Clams are excellent choices for appetizers during the Chinese Lunar New Year. Not only does this cold appetizer come together effortlessly, the radiant colours plays are auspicious to Chinese cultural.

    The brilliant red vermilion symbolizes prosperity, good fortune, and happiness! Weaving scallion green throughout also plays on green jade symbolism for harmony, purity and wealth!

    We wish everyone a healthy, prosperous, joyful New Year!

    Other Chinese Surf Clam Recipe

    Hokkigai Arctic Surf Clams Stir Fry with Ginger and Green Onion 薑蔥北極貝小炒 

    What To Serve With Surf Clams

    Vegan Tofu Stir Fry 五彩金銀滿屋豆乾小炒王

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    Easy Instant Pot Braised Chinese Mushrooms

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    HOKKIGAI ARCTIC SURF CLAMS WITH GINGER AND SCALLIONS COLD APPETIZER 薑蔥北極貝冷盤食譜

    HOKKIGAI ARCTIC SURF CLAMS WITH GINGER AND SCALLIONS COLD APPETIZER 薑蔥北極貝冷盤
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    In preparation for the upcoming Chinese Lunar New Year, I prepared a refreshing cold appetizer recipe. Consider this easy dish a surf clam salad. It is beautiful, celebratory vibrant and easy to make. Pair this Hokkigai Arctic Surf Clams with Ginger and Scallion Cold Appetizer with a Spicy Soy Dipping Sauce 薑蔥北極貝冷盤 辣椒豉油 for a satisfying finish! Add White Cockle Clams for an added layer of sweet ocean umami flavour.

     

    • Author: Nancy
    • Prep Time: 15
    • Cook Time: 10
    • Total Time: 25 minutes
    • Category: appetizer, snack
    • Method: Raw, Toss
    • Cuisine: Chinese

    Ingredients

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    • 400g Arctic Surf Clams (Use my discount code “INSTANOMSS10” for 10% off your Clearwater.ca purchase).
    • 400g Cockle Clams
    • ½ lime, sliced
    • 3 stalks green onions, julienne
    • 1 thumb ginger (approximately 2 inches), julienne
    • 3 tsp sesame oil

     

    Spicy Soy Dipping Sauce 辣椒豉油

    • 2 bird's eye chilli, finely chopped and seeded
    • 1 stalks green onions, julienne
    • 1 thumb ginger (approximately ½ inch), julienne
    • ½ tbsp sugar
    • ½C vegetable oil
    • ¼C Steamed Fish Soy Sauce (light soy sauce)

    Instructions

    How To Prepare Arctic Surf Clams & Cockle Clams

    1. In a large mixing bowl, defrost Arctic Surf Clams under running cold water.
    2. Slice and cut on the bias into halves and clean off the stomach part.
    3. Place the clams and lime slices in ice water bath for 5 minutes. Placing the clams with lime slices accentuates the faint sweet flavour.
    4. Remove from water and pat dry.

     

    How To Prepare Hokkigai Cold Appetizer 薑蔥北極貝冷盤

    1. Toss in Arctic Surf Clams and Cockle Clams sashimi in a large mixing bowl.
    2. Add in julienne green onions and ginger.
    3. Lightly drizzle sesame oil. Mix well.
    4. Plate and set aside.

     

    How To Prepare Spicy Soy Dipping Sauce 辣椒豉油

    1. In a small dipping bowl, add julienne green onions, ginger, finely chop birds eye chilli and sugar.
    2. In a small pot, over medium-high heat, simmer neutral tasting/vegetable oil before smoking. The oil must be hot and cooked.
    3. Pour cooked oil directly over green onions, ginger and birds eye chilli in the small dipping bowl. You will here a sizzle sound and see bubbles.
    4. Add steamed fish soy sauce into the small dipping bowl.
    5. Mix well.
    6. Serve and Enjoy.

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    Notes

    • You can defrost and prepare clams one day ahead and store in the refrigerator.

    Nutrition

    • Serving Size:
    • Calories: 74
    • Sugar: 0.5 g
    • Sodium: 154.5 mg
    • Fat: 7.2 g
    • Saturated Fat: 0.8 g
    • Trans Fat: 0 g
    • Carbohydrates: 2.1 g
    • Fiber: 0.9 g
    • Protein: 1 g
    • Cholesterol: 0 mg

    Keywords: Arctic Surf Clams, Cockle Clams, seafood, sashimi, hokkigai, Cold Appetizer, Chinese New Year, 薑蔥北極貝,冷盤 , chinese new year 2021, 新年, 團年飯, 新年快樂, 新年菜單, spicy soy dipping sauce, 辣椒豉油熟油, 辣椒豉油食谱. 食谱

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    Comments

    1. Nora says

      April 29, 2022 at 7:21 am

      Such an amazing appetizer! It turned out perfectly! Everyone loved it!

      ★★★★★

      Reply
    2. Kyleigh says

      April 01, 2022 at 10:32 am

      These are delicious! I love the dipping sauce!

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    3. Agnieszka says

      March 30, 2022 at 7:18 pm

      I've never heard of Clearwater but I really like surf clams. Will definitely try this dish! Sounds delicious.

      ★★★★★

      Reply
    4. Michelle says

      March 30, 2022 at 11:52 am

      Great addition to our app menu. We love a good appetizer and this one did not disappoint!

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    5. Jeannie says

      March 29, 2022 at 7:39 pm

      I like the addition of ginger in this clam recipe it gives a nice taste, I'm currently adding ginger in all my recipes so this is perfect.

      ★★★★★

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    6. Sara says

      March 29, 2022 at 4:31 pm

      This looks so delicious! I can’t wait to make this for my family. Thank you for sharing!

      ★★★★★

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    7. Mihaela|https://theworldisanoyster.com/ says

      February 14, 2022 at 12:40 am

      fab recipe! as a seafood lover, I could have this every day!

      ★★★★★

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      • Nancy says

        February 16, 2022 at 1:17 pm

        It's a tasty recipe perfect for every day and the holidays!

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    8. Rosanna says

      February 13, 2022 at 11:26 pm

      Loved this recipe! Thanks so much for sharing it I’ll definitely be making it again

      ★★★★★

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      • Nancy says

        February 16, 2022 at 1:18 pm

        Enjoy all the hokkigai!

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    9. Shilpa says

      February 13, 2022 at 3:24 pm

      Great recipe. Looks so refreshing and easy to make.

      ★★★★★

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      • Nancy says

        February 16, 2022 at 1:20 pm

        Thanks Shilpa!

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    10. Jean Nie says

      February 13, 2022 at 1:59 pm

      It looks good and easy to prepare, and the dipping sauce is perfect.

      ★★★★★

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      • Nancy says

        February 16, 2022 at 1:20 pm

        The dipping sauce is almost the best part!

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    11. Sam says

      February 13, 2022 at 10:34 am

      Such a wonderful recipe! Very delicious and much enjoyed. Thanks!

      ★★★★★

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    12. Jessica says

      February 12, 2022 at 6:10 pm

      I can’t wait to try this recipe!

      ★★★★★

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      • Nancy says

        February 13, 2022 at 1:39 pm

        Happy feasting!

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    13. AmyG says

      January 25, 2021 at 3:38 pm

      What a great idea for a salad. I'm always looking for different combinations to have for lunch. Thanks for the idea!

      ★★★★★

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      • Nancy says

        January 26, 2021 at 8:52 am

        wow that's fancy for lunch! can i come over?

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    14. Terri says

      January 25, 2021 at 3:37 am

      Love how unique and fresh this recipe is, as well as the symbolism for Chinese New Year!

      ★★★★★

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      • Nancy says

        January 26, 2021 at 8:52 am

        So happy you like it!!

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    15. Kristen says

      January 24, 2021 at 6:43 pm

      i LOVE surf clams, it's my guilty pleasure when i get sushi. But I would never have known where to get them if it wasn't for this post. Thank you so much for sharing your source. I can't wait to order some and make this appy asap.

      ★★★★★

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      • Nancy says

        January 26, 2021 at 8:53 am

        It's one of my favourite sushi too!! Now the secret is out! Hope you enjoy sushi at home 🙂

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    16. Sabrina says

      January 24, 2021 at 10:58 am

      This is so fresh and delicious! I love arctic surf clams but didn’t know where to get them besides the restaurant. Thanks!

      ★★★★★

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      • Nancy says

        January 24, 2021 at 11:25 am

        Hi Sabrina! I highly recommend ordering from Clearwater. Their products are super fresh and when its shipped direct from source, it's always fresher than buying from third party.

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    17. Vanessa says

      January 19, 2021 at 9:16 pm

      I love an easy appetizer and fresh seafood is always so delicious. Thanks for the recipe idea!

      ★★★★★

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      • Nancy says

        January 22, 2021 at 10:56 am

        It's a great way to start the meal and no one even knows it is that simple to make!

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    18. Bernice Hill says

      January 19, 2021 at 5:44 pm

      Nancy! I absolutely LOVE surf clams and I had no idea they are harvested off the coast of Nova Scotia. There's just something about their awesome chewy texture that I adore. I always order them with sushi if I can but I'm definitely going to look into ordering some directly. Thanks for this really informative post.

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      • Nancy says

        January 22, 2021 at 10:57 am

        Definitely give Clearwater a try! Their seafood is super fresh and best delivered straight to your door!

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