Manila Clams / Qing E are listed as a whole-shell clam for everyday cooking and shared seafood meals. Their versatile format suits quick aromatic dishes as well as clear broths, noodles and rice plates. Choose the size grade that best fits your recipe or serving style.
What to Expect
Format: Whole-shell clams suited to steaming, stir-frying and broth-based dishes.
Flavour: A clean, briny clam flavour that pairs well with ginger, spring onion, garlic and Chinese wine.
Cooking style: Well suited to quick cooking with aromatics or as part of a shared seafood dish.
Available Size Grades
16 pcs & under
5–7 pcs
Select the required grade from the product variants. The product is priced per kg.
How to Enjoy
Steam with ginger, spring onion and Chinese wine; stir-fry with garlic; or add to clear seafood broth, noodles and rice dishes. Keep the seasoning balanced and cook just until the meat is done.
Preparation Tips
Brush and rinse the shells under running water before cooking. Cook thoroughly: boil until the shells open and continue boiling for at least another 3–5 minutes, or steam for 4–9 minutes. Discard clams that do not open fully after cooking.
Storage & Handling
For live shellfish, refrigerate below 4°C and keep damp in a covered, ventilated container. Do not seal in an airtight container, immerse in fresh water or place directly on ice. Keep separate from cooked foods and prepare soon after delivery.
