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Northern Moon Snail - Fresh 2 Lb

Northern Moon Snail - Fresh 2 Lb

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Northern Moon Snail - Fresh 2 Lb

2 Lb

$11.95

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The Northern Moon Snail is a large predatory marine gastropod native to the Northwest Atlantic, famous for its massive flesh-to-shell size ratio when active. It hunts bivalves (like clams and mussels) by wrapping its foot around them and using a specialized tooth-lined tongue (radula) combined with acidic secretions to drill a neat, countersunk hole through the prey's shell.

Harvested as a natural byproduct of our live surf clam dredge operations off the Massachusetts coast these snails are landed directly from our boats to ensure peak vitality and top-tier quality.

Known for their thick, sweet, firm meat similar to sea whelk, Northern Moon Snails are a prized ingredient for chefs and seafood enthusiasts seeking rich flavor and distinct culinary character. The flavor texture and profile is firm, dense, and meaty with a clean, naturally sweet, briny finish.
  • Wild or Farmed: Wild
  • Availability: Year Round
  • Package Size: 10 Lb
  • Form: Live, in shell
  • Snail Size: 8 - 12 Oz
  • Harvest Area: Massachusetts State Waters
  • Scientific Name: Euspira heros

While not a typical menu item, preparing Moon Snail is a rewarding experience, similar to cooking other conch varieties. The key is to achieve the perfect balance of tenderness and flavor.

Directions for Cooking:

  1. Boil: Place the live snails in a pot of boiling water and cook for approximately 40 minutes. This ensures the meat is thoroughly cooked and tender.
  2. Extract: Once cooked, use a fork or a small pick to carefully remove the meat from its shell.
  3. Rinse: Give the meat a thorough rinse under cold water to remove any residual sand that may have been present.
  4. Slice and Serve: The cooked meat should be sliced very thin against the grain. This is crucial for tenderness. Serve it cold as a "conch salad" with your favorite dressing. You can prepare it just like you would a traditional conch salad with a zesty vinaigrette, fresh vegetables, and herbs.

The resulting meat is sweet and firm, with a delicate flavor that is truly a taste of the North Atlantic. For adventurous home cooks and seafood connoisseurs alike, the Moon Snail offers a new and exciting culinary experience.

Moonsnail Salad: The most common preparation. After cooking, thinly slice the moonsnail meat and toss it with a vinaigrette. A simple dressing of olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper works well.

Golbaengi-muchim (Korean Whelk Salad): A popular South Korean dish that works perfectly with moonsnails. Slice the cooked moonsnail meat and mix it with fresh vegetables like cucumbers, onions, and carrots, then toss in a spicy-sweet sauce made from gochujang (Korean chili paste), vinegar, garlic, and sesame oil. Serve with cold vermicelli noodles for a complete meal.

Sautéed Garlic Butter Moonsnails: Slice the cooked meat and sauté it in a pan with generous amounts of butter, minced garlic, and fresh parsley. Serve hot with crusty bread.
Northern Moon Snail - Fresh 2 Lb

$11.95 USD