Premium African Snails

Real African Snails. Bringing the taste of home to Africans across the U.S.

  • Shelf-stable with no refrigeration
  • Authentic snail flavor and texture, locked in through freeze-drying
  • Ready whenever cravings strike
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  • Premium Quality

    Carefully selected African snails prepared to the highest standards.

  • Modern Convenience

    Freeze-dried to preserve authentic flavor and rich nutrients without the need for refrigeration.

  • Ships from USA

    Fast domestic fulfillment with reliable delivery.

  • Easy to Prepare

    Simply rehydrate, cook in your favorite soup, stew, or peppered snail recipe and enjoy.

Big Flavor. Real Heritage.

We started The Golden Shell Company because finding high-quality African snails in the U.S. shouldn’t be difficult. As Africans ourselves, we wanted to make one of our favorite delicacies readily available and easier to enjoy without the hassle and the mess while still preserving quality, and traditional home flavor. Finally you can enjoy authentic African snail without having to search every African grocery store.

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  • ★★★★★

    "Beautiful packaging and easy to prepare. The flavor brought me right back home."

    — Ama K.

  • ★★★★★

    "The texture rehydrates perfectly and the taste is amazing! This is now my go-to for peppered snails."
    - Toyin A.

  • ★★★★★

    "Finally, high quality snails that are convenient and still delicious. Will be ordering again!"

    - Nana Y.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many snails are in each pouch?

Each pouch contains 12 premium freeze-dried snails.

What size are the snails?

Our snails are medium to large in size and are carefully selected for quality, texture, and consistency. After rehydration and cooking, they deliver the full flavor and satisfying bite expected in traditional snail dishes.

How do I prepare the snails?

To rehydrate your snails, simply boil in water or broth on medium heat for about 60 minutes (larger pieces may require additional rehydration time), then cook into your preferred dish such as stew, soup, or peppered snails.

How should I store them?

Store sealed in a cool, dry place. Once opened, reseal tightly to maintain freshness.

Where do you ship from?

All orders ship from the USA for fast and reliable delivery.

Why are these freeze-dried, not frozen or sun dried?

Freeze-drying, as opposed to traditional drying, preserves nutrients, flavor and texture while making storage easier, reducing spoilage, and allowing you to enjoy snails anytime without sourcing challenges.

  • 🇬🇭 African Owned

    Built by Africans. Inspired by home

  • ❄️ No Refrigeration Needed

    Freeze-dried for peak freshness and nutrients

  • 🥘 Ready for Soups & Stews

    Perfect for light soup, peppered snail, egusi, okro stew, and more

  • 📦 Ships Nationwide

    Fast and easy shipping across the US