Creepy...I know. This beast from the sea, pronounced "gooey duck", is actually a giant clam, also known as a king clam, mud duck or elephant-trunk clam. These creatures are the longest living organisms in the animal kingdom reaching reaching reported ages of over 125-150 years old and weighing in at around 3 pounds, although specimens weighing 15 pounds and over 6 feet in length is not unheard of. So how do you eat this thing you ask? Well there is pretty much only one way to prepare this so that its edible and somewhat appetizing. I prepared a court buillon, which is basically a flavored poaching liquid, starting with water and flavored with lemons, herbs and spices and brought to a simmer. Toss in the Geoduck and let it simmer away for a good 12-15 mins, remove it from the stock pot and let it cool down until you can handle it. Now here is the fun part...the trunk (which is the edible portion you will be enjoying) has a thick membrane or skin that needs to be peeled of before you can eat it...I know this is just getting better and better isn't it! Once that's removed take a sharp knife and slice thin sushi like pieces and garnish with a little lemon juice or cocktail sauce or if you're really brave just "enjoy" it as is. The texture is a little chewy and it doesn't have many redeeming qualities but hey, at least you can say you've tried a very rare mollusk that can go for around $168.00 US per pound in Asia. Bon Appetit!
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