Littleneck (Noun)
Meaning 1
A quahog when young and small; usually eaten raw; an important food popular in New York.
Classification
Nouns denoting foods and drinks.
Examples
- Littlenecks are a type of clam that are commonly found on Long Island and are a staple in the local cuisine.
- At many New York City restaurants, littleneck clams on the half shell are a popular appetizer option.
- Quahogs are usually harvested when they are young and small, at which point they are referred to as littlenecks.
- Littlenecks have a sweet, briny flavor and are typically served raw on the half shell, often with a squeeze of lemon.
- The ability to serve fresh littlenecks year-round has helped to make them an essential part of New York's culinary identity.
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Meaning 2
A young quahog.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- The littleneck was the perfect ingredient for the clam chowder recipe.
- Young quahogs are often referred to as littlenecks in the culinary world.
- By the time the littleneck grows to about 4 inches, it's usually considered a chowder clam.
- We dug up a dozen littlenecks from the beach and took them back to the kitchen for dinner.
- In the restaurant industry, littenecks are often used in seafood stews and soups due to their tender flavor and texture.