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Matlaw's Stuffed Clams Italian Herb
Seafood
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Matlaw's Stuffed Clams Italian Herb

Matlaw's
7 oz
Available at Foodtown
80
Calories
3g
Protein
125mg
Sodium
78
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Matlaw's Stuffed Clams Italian Herb is a seven‑ounce frozen appetizer you’ll typically find in the supermarket’s frozen seafood or frozen appetizers aisle, shelved near other ready‑to‑heat clams, stuffed mushrooms, fish sticks and cocktail seafood trays. It reads as a quick, seafood‑oriented convenience item for shoppers who want a shore‑town flavor without a restaurant visit. The product is positioned as an accessible, heritage‑style seafood snack—Matlaw’s leans on classic New England clam narratives and an affordable, family‑friendly image—targeting adults who cook for small gatherings, older shoppers who remember cooked clams as a party staple, and busy shoppers seeking an easy hors d’oeuvre. The label is straightforward: frozen, microwaveable, “cook & serve” instructions and allergen callouts (soy, eggs, clams); it does not carry organic certification or prominent “natural” branding, and any health halo is minimal aside from seafood association. In plain terms, the product is heavily processed in a factory setting using reconstituted clams, breading mixes, oils and several dough and shelf‑life additives. Sensory cues: a crisped breadcrumb exterior with sesame and poppy seed specks, a moist, slightly dense clam‑and‑breadcrumb interior with garlicky‑herb notes and a mild chew from textured soy protein; flavors skew savory and salty. Packaging is a small frozen box or tray designed for single‑serve use; the ritual is simple—heat in the microwave or oven and serve as a quick appetizer at game nights, family dinners or casual get‑togethers. It fits American grocery culture as a nostalgic, convenient frozen seafood shortcut.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 2 ea
Servings per Container: 6
Calories80
% Daily Value*
Total Fat5g6%
Saturated Fat0g0%
Sodium125mg5%
Total Carbohydrate6g2%
Protein3g
* The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Ingredients

Water,, Bread, Crumbs,, (Enriched, Flour, (Flour,, Malted, Barley, Flour,, Reduced, Iron,, Niacin,, Thiamine, Mononitrate,, Riboflavin,, Folic, Acid),, Water,, Yeast,, Partially, Hydrogenated, Soybean, Oil,, Salt,, Contains, 2%, or, Less, of, the, Following:, Dough, Conditioners, (Sodium, Stearoyl, Lactylate,, Ammonium, Sulfate,, Calcium, Sulfate,, Potassium, Bromate,, L-Cysteine, Hydrochloride,, Enzymes,, Ascorbic, Acid),, Corn, Flour,, Calcium, Propionate,, Sesame, Seeds,, Poppy, Seeds,, Dried, Onion,, Egg, Solids),, Canola, Oil,, Chopped, Clams,, Textured, Soy, Protein, (Soy, Flour),, Garlic, Salt,, Spices,, Maltodextrin, and, Parsley., Contains:, Soy,, Eggs,, Clams..

Flagged Ingredients:

  • Canola Oil - Seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids
  • Partially Hydrogenated Soybean Oil - Processed emulsifier
  • Sodium Stearoyl Lactylate - Processed emulsifier
  • Calcium Propionate - Synthetic preservative
No Seed OilNo EmulsifierNo Preservative

Dietary Labels

This product is not vegan, is not gluten-free, and is not organic.

Ultra-Processing Assessment

NOVA Score:4 / 4

Ultra-Processed

Why this score?

The ingredient list includes refined flours, partially hydrogenated oil, maltodextrin, textured soy protein and multiple dough conditioners/preservatives—industrial formulations characteristic of ultra‑processed foods.

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Common Questions about Matlaw's Stuffed Clams Italian Herb

Well, 'healthy' can mean different things to different people! These stuffed clams are low in sugar and have a decent amount of protein for a snack or appetizer. However, they do contain preservatives and are not high in fiber, so if you're looking for something super nutrient-dense, you might want to balance them with a side of veggies or a fresh salad.

Perfect For

game-day-prep
movie-night
weekend-brunch

Vibe:

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