Live Moon Shell
Benefits of Eating Moon Shell
Live Moon Shell Fishing Area
Live Moon Shell
Found in the deeper parts of the surf zone at 5-10 metres, the Moon Shell with its beautiful mustard colour and circular shell has a depth of flavour and firm texture like no other clam. It has a 20-25% meat to shell ratio. With its intense, sweet, ocean flavour, with high iodine notes and meaty characteristics, the Moon Shell is a clam for the aficionado who appreciates a unique experience.
The Moon Shell exhibits a strong, briny aroma, reminiscent of oceanic sea spray when raw, and an intense, deep venision like aroma when cooked. An intense full flavour when eaten raw, it is best to remove the frilly mantle to avoid notes whichare drying adn astringent. When cooked, the vlavour of the Moon Shell evolves into ameaty, yet delicate flavour with rich, oceanice notes and a clean finish.
We provide a Pre-Order Service for this product which may not be available everyday, but usually be available weekly. We will contact you when the product arrives, and arrange for you for the delivery or pick up.
If you have any question about the pre-order service, please contact us by the email order@nzlivefishmarket.co.nz
Processing, Packing and Cooking
All of our seafood is caught and delivered daily in New Zealand so you know you are getting the freshest seafood possible
Free Fish Processing:
We provide free fish process services for live fish, including filleting, gilling and gutting.
Packing:
The processed fish is individually packed in vacuum, and an ice bag will be put on the vacuum bag to make sure the freshness of the products. It is hygienic and all aspects ensure that seafood is kept 100% fresh during transportation.
Cooking tips:
There are various cooking methods, including steaming, braising, soup or pan fried. Steaming especially reflects its tenderness and sweetness.
