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Steamed Clam Recipe

A simple and elegant steamed clam dish featuring fresh clams, garlic, butter, parsley, and white wine. Ready in just 15 minutes.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Seafood
Calories: 220
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 2 pounds fresh clams scrubbed
  • 1 cup dry white wine or chicken broth
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley chopped
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Equipment

  • Large pot with lid
  • Colander for rinsing clams
  • Wooden spoon or spatula
  • Measuring cups and spoons

Method
 

  1. Rinse the fresh clams under cold water to remove any sand or grit.
  2. Place a large pot over medium heat and add the unsalted butter. Melt completely.
  3. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
  4. Pour in the white wine (or chicken broth) and bring to a simmer.
  5. Carefully add the clams to the pot and cover with a lid.
  6. Steam the clams for 5 to 7 minutes, until shells fully open, discarding any that remain closed.
  7. Stir in the chopped parsley and season with salt and pepper to taste.
  8. Transfer the clams to serving bowls with a slotted spoon and ladle the broth over them. Serve immediately.

Notes

Discard any clams that do not open during cooking. Serve with crusty bread to soak up the broth.