Pen Shell - Pinna Rugosa (Pen Shell Clam/Scallop, Hacha China)

Shellfish  <<  Pen Shell

Monterey Fish Market Seafood Index photograph of Pen Shell, Pinna Rugosa (Pen Shell Clam, Pen Shell Scallop, Hacha China)
 

Range:

Sea of Cortez

Seasonality:

Year-round, yet sporadic

Method of Capture:

Diver, Hand Rake

Sustainability Consideration:

Most shellfish reproduce at a fast rate. These are harvested using sustainable methods.

Size Range:

The meat is the size of a half-dollar.

Flavor and Texture:

Sweet, like a combination of both clam and scallop, with a firm, chewy texture

Cooking Tips:

cook in acid - a mainstay in ceviche, braise, bake, stew