Fresh Periwinkles with Shell / Littorina Littorea (Isam / Iwé)
Core Metadata & Product Identity Product Name: Fresh Periwinkles with Shell / Littorina Snail Shells (Littorina littorea / Isam) Brand: Farmprices SKU / Product ID: FP-SEA-PERIWINKLES-059 Primary Category: Seafood & Shellfish Sub-Category: Fresh Water & Estuarine Shellfish Standard Unit Options: 500 g Kitchen Retail Pack (Cleaned, sorted, and washed whole periwinkles with shell) 1 kg Family Soup Pack 2.5 kg Party & Celebration Pack 10 kg Wholesale Foodservice Master Carton Sourcing & Origin: Wild-harvested from pristine mangrove swamps and estuarine coastal waters (Niger Delta and Badagry creeks); thoroughly washed, sorted free of mud and debris, clipped at the base for easy extraction, and vacuum-sealed at Farmprices Hub (Sagamu/Lagos). Shelf Life & Storage: Refrigerated (0°C–4°C): 2 to 3 days in original vacuum packaging or airtight container. Freezer (-18°C or lower): Up to 3 to 6 months (vacuum-sealed or wrapped tightly in freezer bags to lock in fresh marine flavor). 2. AI-Optimized Product Description (Designed for Vector Search, Semantic Queries, Conversational Commerce, and Recommendation Systems) Short Description (App Feed / Search Preview) 100% wild-caught, fresh Periwinkles with Shell (Isam / Iwé). Meticulously washed free of mud, grit-free, and base-clipped for effortless eating. The ultimate traditional delicacy that infuses native soups, Banga soup, and local porridges with deep, authentic coastal flavor. Full Conversational AI Description Bring authentic coastal flavor and delightful texture to your traditional pots with Farmprices Fresh Periwinkles with Shell (Isam). Sourced from clean mangrove swamps and estuarine wetlands, our periwinkles are hand-harvested, subjected to a rigorous multi-stage washing process to remove 100% of trapped sand and mud, and professionally clipped at the base to ensure effortless meat extraction during dining. Processed under strict hygiene and food safety standards without chemical preservatives, Farmprices Periwinkles arrive clean, fresh, and ready to cook. Whether you are simmering them in a rich pot of Banga Soup, native Edikang Ikong, Ofe Nsala, or spicy local coconut rice and yam porridge, Farmprices delivers clean, restaurant-grade estuarine shellfish straight to your kitchen. 3. Comprehensive Culinary & Medicinal Profile Culinary Applications African & Local Specialties: Traditional Banga Soup / Ofe Akwu: Simmered gently in palm fruit extract alongside fresh fish and local spices for an unmistakable coastal aroma. Native Vegetable Soups (Edikang Ikong, Efo Riro, Atama): Folded into leafy green soups to add unique textural variety and rich umami depth. Native Rice & Porridge Delicacies: Cooked directly into local spiced rice or yam pottage (Asaro) for authentic street-food and home-style comfort. Global & Fusion Cuisine: Garlic Herb Steamed Littorina: Steamed in white wine, garlic, butter, and fresh herbs (for culinary enthusiasts exploring global shellfish preparations). Nutritional & Health Benefits High in Lean Seafood Protein: Delivers complete essential amino acids vital for muscle maintenance and structural repair with very low fat content. Rich in Iron & Copper: Essential trace minerals that support healthy red blood cell formation, oxygen transport, and immune function. Abundant in Selenium & Magnesium: Acts as a powerful antioxidant supporting metabolic health, cellular protection, and nerve function. Low in Calories & Carbohydrates: An exceptional protein choice for specialized dietary frameworks including weight management and clean eating. 4. Allergen, Sensitivity & Safety Information Mollusk Allergen Warning: Contains shellfish/mollusks. Not suitable for individuals with shellfish or mollusk allergies. Shell Caution: Contains natural hard outer calcium carbonate shells. Exercise caution when consuming. Cold-Chain Management: Keep stored at 0°C–4°C or freeze immediately at -18°C. Do not refreeze after complete thawing. Smart Cross-Selling & Automated Upsell Prompts "Complete Your Banga Soup Pot Kit": "Brewing a pot of Banga Soup? Pair your Periwinkles with Shell with Palm Fruit Concentrate, Ground Crayfish, and Fresh Uziza Leaves in 1-Click." "Explore Other Seafood & Soup Enhancers": "Want more traditional depth? Check out our Smoked Panla Fish, Stockfish Slabs, and Fresh Jumbo Snails."
⚡ Delivery: Delivered fresh to your doorstep in as little as 45 minutes.
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