9 TYPES OF SHELLFISH

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There are 2 categories of shellfish: crustaceans (crab & lobster etc:) & mollusks, (clams & mussels etc:) & cephalopods (squid & octopus etc:) Here are 9 types of shellfish everyone should know.

SHRIMP

Scientific name: Caridea

They're easy to clean, beyond versatile & ready to devour in minutes. They're healthy as they're low fat & protein rich.

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CRAB

Scientific name: Brachyura

Once you get past their tough exteriors, you'll be rewarded with soft, tender meat. Its meatiest parts are usually the legs and claws.

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LOBSTER

Scientific name: Nephropidae

Famous for its melt-in-your-mouth texture. Most of the succulent meat is in the tails, legs & claws.

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MUSSELS

Scientific name: Mytilus edulis

Mussels are famously easy to prepare, since their shells open when they're fully cooked. Steam them in a flavorful broth or sauce & enjoy!

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CLAMS

Scientific name: Bivalvia

Clams are a lot like oysters in terms of texture, but have a uniquely sweet, rich flavor. They're often steamed or served raw.

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SCALLOPS

Scientific name: Pectinidae

Scallops are arguably the most tender & succulent of all the bivalves, making them a go-to protein for fancy dinners.

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OYSTERS

Scientific name: Ostreidae

Oysters, the most divisive bivalves, have a sticky, almost gooey texture & a brinier, saltier flavor than clams & mussels.

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SQUID

Scientific name: Teuthida

Squid & octopuses are related, but squid have a more streamlined structure. Their mild flavor & soft texture make them a popular choice.

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OCTOPUS

Scientific name: Octopoda

They're juicy & tender without being overwhelmingly fishy in flavor. Octopus is great fried, boiled, raw or grilled.

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