Whelk and Surf Clam Salad with Tarragon
Whelks

Whelk and Surf Clam Salad with Tarragon

A cold salad pairing the two treasures of the Côte-Nord (whelks and Stimpson surf clams) in a light dressing of fresh tarragon, lemon and olive oil. Simple, refreshing and full of authentic St. Lawrence flavour.

Prep: 15 min + 3 hr chilling Medium

Prep time

15 min + 3 hr chilling

Cook time

Servings

Difficulty

Medium

Ingredients
  • 225 g (1/2 lb) surf clams
  • 225 g (1/2 lb) whelks
  • 250 ml (1 cup) thinly sliced green bell pepper
  • 125 ml (1/2 cup) thinly sliced red onion
  • 60 ml (4 tbsp) chopped fresh tarragon
  • 125 ml (1/4 cup) lemon juice
  • 125 ml (1/4 cup) olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
Chef's tip

Fresh tarragon is essential here: dried tarragon will not give the same aromatic finesse.

Whelk and Surf Clam Salad with Tarragon
Method

Step by step

1

Combine the surf clams, whelks, bell peppers, onion and tarragon.

2

Refrigerate for 3 hours.

3

Add the lemon juice and the oil.

4

Season to taste.

5

Serve on a lettuce leaf.

6

Garnish with lemon slices and surf clam feet.

Our products

Find the ingredients at our fish market

Whelks, Stimpson surf clams and all our fresh products are waiting for you at 152, rue Saint-Marcellin Ouest, Les Escoumins.

1-418-233-3122 152, rue Saint-Marcellin Ouest
Visit our fish market