Asari Clam

Japanese Name

あさり

asari

Description

Asari is a type of small clam commonly found and eaten in Japan and other parts of Asia. It is often used in cooking for its delicate flavor.

Asari clams are small saltwater clams native to the coastal waters of Japan and East Asia.
They have been an important food source in Japanese cuisine for centuries.
Traditionally, asari clams are harvested from tidal flats and sandy shores.
The practice of cooking asari clams with sake (steaming in sake) has been popular for many years.
Asari clams are used in soups, pasta, and various seafood dishes in Japan and worldwide.
Aquaculture techniques have developed to farm asari clams sustainably.
Today, asari clams remain a beloved ingredient both in traditional and modern cooking.