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Steamed clams in white wine with garlic.
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Steamed Clams with White Wine and Garlic

Steamed clams are cooked together with wine wine, garlic, a touch of butter and loads of fresh herbs. And have extra crusty bread ready to soak up the delicious broth.
Prep Time40 minutes
Cook Time10 minutes
Total Time50 minutes
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American
Keyword: clams, how to cook steamed clams, steamed clams, steamed clams with white wine
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 275kcal
Cost: $14

Ingredients

Instructions

  • Begin by heating a large skillet or pot over medium heat and add the butter and olive oil. Cook until the butter is almost fully melted.
  • Add the chopped shallots and saute for cook for 2-3 minutes, until shallots just change color but not browned. Add in the garlic and red pepper flakes and cook for another 1-2 minutes, stirring everything together.
  • Pour in the white wine and cook for another 30 seconds to 1 minute to reduce the wine slightly. Then add in the cleaned clams and give everyone one good stir.
  • Cover the skillet or pot with a lid, leaving a small opening so the alcohol can cook off. Cook clams until they all just open, about 7-9 minutes.
  • Once done, turn off the heat and add the fresh lemon juice and fresh herbs. Give everything one more good stir and serve with crusty bread.

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Notes

  • Clams are best enjoyed the same day they are purchased.
  • Discard any clams with broken or cracked shells.
  • Leave a small opening when placing a lid on the the pot, so the alcohol can escape and liquid can reduce slightly.
  • Shellfish can be salty as is and i tend to under salt. You can always add more salt, for personal preference. 

Nutrition

Calories: 275kcal | Carbohydrates: 5g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 19g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Cholesterol: 41mg | Sodium: 220mg | Potassium: 110mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 605IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 28mg | Iron: 1mg