Canned clams deserve a place in your pantry.

Summer Miller

Plenty of people turn their noses up at canned seafood, preferring to eat only fresh.

Clams are no exception.

Two cans of clams and a bottle of clam juice set on a table. Why you should buy canned clams

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Whats in a Can of Clams?

The canned clams youll find on supermarket shelves are either minced, chopped, or whole baby clams.

Other clam products you may discover include smoked clams and bottled or canned clam juice.

Canned Clams

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Should You Rinse Canned Clams?

Its worth reading the label, looking for clams canned with few added ingredients or preservatives.

Look for brands packaged with little more than clams, clam juice, and salt.

A guide to canned clams with a close up of canned clams and a bottle of clam juice in the background.

Summer Miller

It can help to rinse canned clams before using to cut down on sodium.

Plenty of recipes work well with canned clams.