How to prepare frozen whole in shell and live abalone Follow these preparation guidelines to ensure optimum product yield and taste.

 

Step 1

All Ausab frozen abalone should ideally be thawed slowly. Under no circumstance should abalone be force-thawed in hot
or warm water or in a microwave. Ideally thaw abalone in a normal refrigerator, at room temperature, or in cold fresh water. Once abalone is thawed, wash product thoroughly in cold fresh water prior to shucking.

Step 2

Rest the front of a spoon or spatula against the muscle attached to the inside top of shell. Move the spoon or spatula inward, cutting the connecting muscle close to the shell.

Step 3

Remove the meat from the shell.

Step 4

Using sharp knife, trim gut away from meat and remove hard mouthparts.

Step 5

Wash the shucked meat and cook as required - see recipes.