steamer clam

• Almeja de concha blanda (Mya arenaria) que suele cocinarse al vapor y servirse con mantequilla derretida, típica de la cocina de Nueva Inglaterra.

A small, soft-shell clam (Mya arenaria) that is typically steamed and served with melted butter, commonly found in New England cuisine.

1. Soft-shell clamB1formalamerican

   A type of clam with a thin, brittle shell, typically eaten steamed or in chowder.

   almeja de caparazón blando

   • We ordered a dozen steamer clams at the seafood restaurant.
   • Steamer clams are often served with melted butter.
   • The recipe calls for fresh steamer clams from the Atlantic coast.