Coconut snail is a kind of shellfish. Coconut snail is also called coconut whirlpool and papaya snail.

Coconut snail is a kind of shellfish. Coconut snail is also called coconut vortex snail and papaya snail. The shell is yellow-brown, shaped like a papaya, smooth and has dark brown spots. It is carnivorous and likes to eat shellfish and benthic small animals. Mainly distributed in temperate tropical sandy and muddy shallow seas (shallow sea areas refer to the continental shelf extending from the coast to the outer ocean).

Coconut snails are a nutritious shellfish with the following nutritional values:

Coconut snails are rich in protein, vitamins (such as vitamin B12 and vitamin E) and minerals (such as calcium, iron and zinc). They also contain lower fat and cholesterol content.

Coconut snails can be processed and cooked in a variety of cooking methods. Here are some common ways to cook coconut snails:

1. Steaming: Put the coconut snails into a steamer and steam for about 5-10 minutes, or until the shellfish meat is cooked.

2. Stir-fry: Peel the shells off the coconut snails, stir-fry them with garlic, ginger, chili and other seasonings, and add vegetables and other ingredients to add flavor.

3. Roast and cook: Bake the coconut snails in the oven or oven, and add spices or sauces to add flavor.

4. Soup: Put the coconut snails into the soup and cook it. You can mix it with other seafood, vegetables and seasonings to make seafood soup.

When cooking and eating coconut snails, make sure to choose fresh, healthy coconut snails and choose appropriate cooking methods and seasonings based on your personal preferences. Additionally, pay attention to food safety and hygiene and ensure thorough cooking to eliminate the risk of foodborne illness.