Geoduck 象拔蚌
Season: Year-Round.
Geoducks, pronounced "gooey-ducks," are large saltwater clams native to the Pacific Northwest of North America. These extraordinary mollusks have long siphons that protrude from their shells, resembling oversized necks, making them one of the world's largest burrowing clams.
Highly prized for their sweet, succulent meat and unique texture, geoducks are considered a delicacy in Asian cuisine, particularly in sushi and sashimi dishes. Harvesting geoducks involves carefully digging them from sandy ocean bottoms, and they can fetch high prices in seafood markets.
Dungeness Crab 珍宝蟹
Season: Year-Round.
Dungeness crab is a highly sought-after seafood delicacy native to the Pacific Coast of North America.
Named after the town of Dungeness, Washington, it's renowned for its succulent, sweet meat and distinctive flavor. With a large, hard shell and long, spidery legs, the Dungeness crab is prized by seafood lovers for its tender, flaky flesh. It's commonly prepared by steaming, boiling, or grilling and served with drawn butter or sauces. Its versatility in various dishes, from crab cakes to chowders, makes it a favorite ingredient among chefs and seafood enthusiasts alike.
Around 1.5-2LBS each.
Green Sea Urchin 绿海胆
Season: October through April.
The green sea urchin, or Strongylocentrotus droebachiensis, is a species of sea urchin found in coastal waters of the North Atlantic and North Pacific oceans. Known for its vibrant green spines and spherical shape, this echinoderm inhabits rocky seabeds and kelp forests, where it feeds on algae and seaweed.
The green sea urchin is a valuable species both ecologically and economically, as it plays a crucial role in maintaining the health of marine ecosystems and is harvested commercially for its roe, known as uni, a prized delicacy in Asian cuisine.
There are around 1-3 pieces of green sea urchin for 1 pound.
Red Sea Urchin 红海胆
Season: December through March.
The Red Sea urchin, or Mesocentrotus franciscanus, is a species of sea urchin native to the Pacific Ocean, particularly along the west coast of North America. Known for its vibrant red to purple spines and spherical body, this echinoderm inhabits rocky reefs and kelp forests in shallow coastal waters.
Red Sea urchins feed primarily on algae and seaweed, playing a vital role in marine ecosystems. They are harvested commercially for their roe, known as uni, a prized delicacy in sushi and Asian cuisine.
Around 1 pound each.
Alaska Geoduck 阿拉斯加象拔蚌
Season: Winter.
The Alaska geoduck, also known as Panopea generosa, is a remarkable species of clam found in the cold waters of the Pacific Northwest, including the coast of Alaska. Renowned for its unusually large size and unique appearance, the geoduck is characterized by its long siphon, which can extend up to three feet in length.
This marine mollusk is highly prized for its tender, sweet flesh and is considered a delicacy in many cuisines, particularly in Asian cultures. Geoducks inhabit sandy or muddy substrates in intertidal and subtidal zones, where they burrow deep into the sediment to feed on plankton and detritus.
We sell all the Alaska Geoducks as Ocean Run.
Fresh Alaska Sea Cucumber 阿拉斯加红刺参
Season: July through April.
Alaska sea cucumber, also known as Parastichopus californicus, is a species of sea cucumber native to the cold waters of the North Pacific, including Alaska. These echinoderms are prized for their unique elongated bodies and distinctive warty appearance. Alaska sea cucumbers inhabit sandy or muddy ocean floors, where they feed on organic matter and plankton.
Highly valued in Asian cuisine for their gelatinous texture and mild flavor, they are often used in soups, stir-fries, and traditional dishes like "trepang."
Razor Clams 刀蚬
Season: April through July.
Razor clams are bivalve mollusks known for their long, slender shells and razor-like shape, hence their name. Found in sandy beaches and coastal waters worldwide, they use their powerful foot to burrow vertically into the sand.
Razor clams are prized for their sweet and tender meat, making them a popular seafood choice. Harvesting razor clams often involves digging them from the sand, and they are enjoyed in various culinary dishes, including chowders, pasta, and fritters.
Channel Whelk/ Conch 响螺
Season: Year-Round.
Channel whelk, scientifically known as Buccinum undatum, is a species of sea snail native to the North Atlantic Ocean. These marine mollusks inhabit sandy or muddy ocean floors and are characterized by their spiral shells with distinctive channels running along them.
Channel whelk is a popular seafood delicacy, especially in regions like the northeastern United States and Atlantic Canada, where it's harvested commercially. Its meat is firm and flavorful, often used in various culinary dishes such as soups, stews, and seafood pasta.