The Oregon Coast is Wild (and Delicious)

Join Chef Dad on an exciting journey as he hunts for butter clams in the beautiful Coos Bay, Oregon! 🌊 This video pays homage to Martha Washington, a pioneer in American cooking, as we explore the art of foraging and cooking with fresh, local seafood.
In this episode, you'll learn:
The best spots and times for clam digging 🕒
Tips on sustainable foraging 🌱
Step-by-step instructions on cleaning and preparing delicious butter clams 🍽️
A mouthwatering recipe that brings the flavors of the Pacific Northwest to your table!
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Understanding Martha Washington and butter clams
It's common to find these clams referenced interchangeably or with overlapping names.
Are they the same or different?
Overlap in terminology: The term "Martha Washington clam" is sometimes used as an alternative name for a type of clam also commonly called the "butter clam".
Scientific Names: The genus Saxidomus encompasses both butter and Washington clams.
Northern Washington Clam/Butter Clam: Saxidomus gigantea is a common species found from Alaska to San Francisco.

Habitat and range
Both are found along the Pacific coast of North America.
Butter clams are found in the intertidal zone, typically buried in sand, gravel, and shell substrates.
Their range extends from Alaska down to San Francisco, California.
Size and appearance
Butter Clams: Described as oval to square-shaped, heavy for their size, and can reach up to 5 inches in length.
Northern Washington Clams (S. giganteus): Can grow up to 4 inches in diameter, according to MasterClass.
Southern Washington Clams (S. nuttalli): Can be larger, reaching up to 7 inches, and have distinctive purple markings inside their shells, says MasterClass.
Culinary uses and taste
Butter clams are known for their buttery flavor and are versatile in cooking.
They can be eaten raw, steamed, or used in chowders.
Historically, clams have been a significant food source for coastal communities.
According to the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife, littlenecks (including Manilas and native littlenecks), butter clams, razor clams, and geoduck are considered choice food species in Washington.
Sustainability and harvesting
Butter clams are generally considered an underutilized resource with abundant populations, according to Sea Forager.
However, it's crucial to be aware of the risk of paralytic shellfish poisoning (PSP) when harvesting butter clams.
Butter clams can retain algal toxins that cause PSP longer than other shellfish species.
Recent research suggests that larger butter clams tend to have higher concentrations of these toxins.
Traditional ecological knowledge and practices, such as removing the siphon tip and cleaning the stomach, may help reduce toxin exposure.
Always check for shellfish safety alerts and regulations before harvesting any clams to ensure they are safe for consumption.

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00:00-00:32 Intro
00:32-03:55 Clamming
03:55-04:10 Purging Clams
04:10-04:23 Thank You Debbie!
04:23-04:44 Selecting Clams for Dinner
04:44-05:23 Scrubbing Clams (Outside)
05:23-08:33 Cleaning Clams (Inside)
08:33-10:49 Tres Bon Butter Clams
10:49-11:27 Tasting Butter Clams
11:27-11:40 Outro