How to Shuck (Clean) an Abalone General Prep Tips . Before you begin to process them, put abalone in the freezer for 20 minutes. Cold temperatures make them less mobile. If things get too slippery, run the ab under water. Before tenderizing, you can slide

Scrub the abalone clean. Molly Watson. Wild abalone tends to have a layer of black stuff on its sides. Part of this is just the edge of the abalone, and some is a film. You want to remove both parts because it's icky looking and bitter tasting. The qu

Abalone shells, also called Paua shells in other countries, are known for their vibrant turquoise, blue, and green colors. Over time, these shells can get covered with build-up, which doesn’t look very pretty. While it requires a bit of elbow grease, yo