What is the difference between Manila clam and youge? Teach you to tell them apart quickly

Manila clam and youge both belong to shellfish. Although there is only a one-character difference, they are indeed different varieties, and many people cannot tell the difference between the two. Below is an introduction to the difference between Manila clam and youge.

1. The difference between Manila clam and youge

1. Appearance difference: The scientific name of Manila clam is Ruditapes philippinarum. It is a type of clam, with a slightly oval shape, and can be white, yellow, brown, light brown, or dark brown, sometimes with radiating lines, stripes, large spots, or dark brown zigzag patterns. Youge is youge, called youge in Shanghai. It is also a type of clam, with a patterned, smooth shell that looks glossy and shiny. Compared with each other, Manila clam has a rougher texture, a thinner shell, and richer colors and patterns; while youge has a smooth and glossy texture, a thicker shell, and relatively simple colors and patterns.

2. Taste difference: The meat of both Manila clam and youge is fairly firm and chewy to eat, but youge tastes more delicious.

2. How does youge taste?

Youge tastes delicious, crisp and tender, sweet and fragrant, and is rich in nutrients. It is suitable for making soup and for plain stir-frying. Its nutritional characteristics are high protein, high trace elements, high iron, high calcium, and low fat. The meat of clams is extremely delicious and is called “the best freshness under heaven” and “the crown of a hundred flavors.” There is also a folk saying in Jiangsu that “after eating clam meat, all other flavors lose their taste.” After people eat clams and shellfish foods, they often have a refreshing and pleasant feeling.

3. How much are Manila clam and youge per jin?

Manila clam and youge are both a type of clam, with prices ranging from 9-20 yuan/kg. According to information provided by the National Agricultural Products Business Information Public Service Platform, on October 16, 2019, the price of Manila clam was: sold at 10 yuan/kg at Shandong Qingdao Chengyang Vegetable and Aquatic Products Wholesale Market, sold at 9 yuan/kg at Shandong Province Weihai City Aquatic Products Wholesale Market, and sold at 20 yuan/kg at Xinjiang Urumqi Beiyuanchun Wholesale Market.