Geoduck (pronounced gooey-duck) is not a rock and water-type Pokémon. It’s a clam with an unusually phallic shape.
Native to the west coast of North America, geoduck features a long, girthy siphon and is one of the longest-living animals with a lifespan of up to 140 years (and sometimes more).
While that description doesn’t sound appetizing, it’s a delicacy in Japan as sashimi, China via hot pot, and Korea raw or cooked.
Sushi on Oracle receives a shipment of geoduck Fridays, depending on availability.
The siphon is highlighted on top of rice as nigiri sushi with a snappier texture than other clams. The belly meat, served as sashimi, is more tender. Both have the delicate briny flavor of an oyster with a bit of scallop savoriness.
Is it crave-able? Maybe not. But it’s a unique treat worth a try for the adventurous eater.
Sushi on Oracle is located at 6449 N. Oracle Rd. and can be reached at (520) 297-3615. For more information, visit sushionoracle.net.
