Green clams are abundant year-round along the shores of Phú Quý and are a tasty, nutritious type of seafood that is easy to find around this island district.

Green clams have long been a “go-to” food for many families in Phú Quý during days of rough seas when fishing boats and high-speed vessels cannot operate to trade or transport food.

Green clams are bivalve mollusks that bury themselves in the sand or hide among coral reefs and submerged rocks along the coast. They are a highly nutritious food source. The meat of the green clam is firm and richly sweet, and can be prepared into many delicious dishes. The tools to catch green clams are very simple—anything from a ladle to a homemade scoop that fits comfortably in the hand and can dig into the sand.