Clam soup facts for kids
Clam soup is a tasty soup made with clams as the main ingredient. It can be a light, clear soup, or a creamy one. Some clam soups are even thick, like a chowder.
What is Clam Soup?
Clam soup uses clams as its star ingredient. Chefs often add other things like carrots, celery, and onions. They might also use vegetable or fish broth to give it flavor. Salt, pepper, and other spices make it even better! You can use fresh clams or clams from a can to make this soup.
Many people know about Clam chowder, which is a famous type of clam soup. But not all clam soups are thick like chowder. Some are much lighter.
In Japan, a warm miso soup with clams is a popular traditional dish. Clams have something called ornithine, which is an amino acid. Some Japanese people believe this amino acid helps reduce stress.
Different Kinds of Clam Soup
Clam Chowder
Clam chowder is a special kind of clam soup that is usually thick and creamy. There are a few different types of clam chowder. For example, Manhattan clam chowder is a red soup made with tomatoes and vegetables. It has clams but no cream or milk.
Jaecheop-guk
Jaecheop-guk is a clear, light soup from Korea. It is made with tiny freshwater clams called jaecheop (재첩). This soup is a local favorite in the Gyeongsang Province of Korea. This is where these special clams are found in rivers like the Nakdong River and Seomjin River.
Images for kids
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A simple clam soup
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Korean clam soup with spinach
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Fresh clam soup
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