Description:
1. Product Overview
- Species: Trumpet Snail (A distinctive, cone-shaped marine snail known for its sweet, delicate flavor and firm texture)
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Key Characteristics:
- Live & Fresh – Sourced fresh to ensure top-notch flavor and quality
- Flavor Profile: Sweet, slightly briny with a subtle earthy undertone, providing a complex yet clean taste
- Texture: Firm yet tender with a satisfying chew, ideal for various culinary applications
- Ideal for Diverse Dishes – Perfect for stir-frying, boiling, grilling, and seafood soups
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Suitable For:
- Stir-Frying: Stir-fry with garlic, chili, and fresh herbs for a spicy, aromatic dish
- Boiling: Add to broths or seafood stocks to infuse the dish with rich, oceanic flavors
- Grilling: Grill with a bit of seasoning for a crispy outer layer while keeping the inside tender
- Soups & Stews: Excellent in seafood soups or stews where it absorbs flavors well
- Seafood Salads: Mix in with other seafood for a refreshing, protein-packed salad
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Not Suitable For:
- Raw consumption, as it’s best enjoyed cooked
- Overcooking, as the meat can become tough if exposed to heat for too long
2. Why Choose Live Trumpet Snail?
✔ Distinctive, Sweet Flavor – Offers a unique, sweet taste with subtle oceanic notes.
✔ Tender Yet Firm Texture – Enjoy a satisfying chew with every bite, perfect for stir-fries and grilling.
✔ Fresh & Sustainable – Harvested from clean waters, ensuring fresh and high-quality snails.
3. Handling & Preparation Tips
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Storage & Cleaning:
- Keep live Trumpet Snails in a cool, moist environment until ready to cook.
- Refrigerate at 0–4°C if not used immediately.
- Rinse snails thoroughly to remove any dirt or debris from the shells before cooking.
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Cooking Methods:
- Stir-Frying: Stir-fry with garlic, chili, and herbs for a flavorful dish. Cook for about 5–8 minutes.
- Boiling: Add to seafood broth and boil for about 8–10 minutes until the snails are cooked through and tender.
- Grilling: Season with salt, pepper, and olive oil, then grill for about 4–6 minutes on each side for a crispy outer layer.
- Soups & Stews: Add to soups or stews during the final stages of cooking to absorb the rich flavors of the broth.
- Seafood Salads: Add cooked trumpet snails to seafood salads for a sweet, refreshing bite.
🚫 Avoid:
- Raw consumption, as Trumpet Snails should always be cooked for safety and optimal flavor.
- Overcooking, which can cause the meat to become tough and chewy.
✅ Key Takeaways:
- Sweet, tender flavor and firm texture, making it ideal for stir-fries, boiling, and grilling.
- Sustainably sourced, ensuring premium quality.
- Not suitable for raw consumption, always best cooked for flavor and safety.
