Hokkigal Sashimi

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Hokkigai is a type of shellfish that is commonly eaten in Japan and is becoming more popular in restaurants in the USA. The name "Hokkigai" means " venue clam" in Japanese, as it is a type of surf clam that is often found in the sandy bottoms of bays and inlets.

Sashimi is a Japanese dish that consists of thinly sliced raw fish or seafood, served with soy sauce and wasabi. Hokkigai sashimi is a dish that features thinly sliced raw Hokkigai clam.

To prepare Hokkigai sashimi, the clams are first cleaned and the tough skin on the siphon (the narrow, tubular part of the clam) is removed. Then, the clams are sliced very thinly, typically diagonally, to create pretty slices that showcase the beautiful pink and white colors of the clam meat.

When eating Hokkigai sashimi, it is common to dip each slice in soy sauce and wasabi, or to use soy sauce and wasabi as a dipping sauce on the side. Some people also like to squeeze a bit of lemon juice over the sashimi for an added burst of flavor.

It's worth noting that Hokkigai sashimi should be eaten fresh, as the clam can become tough and unpleasant to eat if it is not very fresh. If you are unsure whether the Hokkigai sashimi you are ordering is fresh, it is always a good idea to ask the restaurant staff for more information.

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