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Steamed Clams

This steamed clams recipe is fresh shellfish cooked with garlic, butter, herbs and lemon. An easy and elegant dish that makes for a lighter main course or unexpected appetizer offering. 

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
25 mins
Servings: 4
Calories: 214 kcal
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 1/4 cup butter
  • 1 tablespoon garlic minced
  • 1/4 teaspoon red chili flakes
  • 1 cup white wine
  • 4 pounds fresh clams cleaned
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1/4 cup chopped herbs such as parsley, chives or basil
  • herb sprigs and lemon wedges for garnish optional

Instructions

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  1. Heat a large pot over medium heat. Add the butter and melt it.
  2. Add the garlic and chili flakes and cook for 30 seconds, stirring constantly.
  3. Add the white wine and bring to a simmer; do not boil.
  4. Place the clams in the pot, then season with salt and pepper to taste. Cover the pot, then simmer for 7-9 minutes or until clams have opened. Discard any clams that are still shut.
  5. Stir in the lemon juice and herbs. Serve immediately, garnished with herb sprigs and lemon wedges if desired.

Notes

  • I recommend buying your clams the same day that you plan to cook them. If you need to store the clams for a longer period of time, place them in an open container in the refrigerator and cover them with damp paper towels.
  • Be sure to discard any clams that have not opened during the cooking process, as they are not good to eat.

Nutrition Information

Calories 214kcal (11%) Carbohydrates 5g (2%) Protein 10g (20%) Fat 12g (18%) Saturated Fat 7g (35%) Cholesterol 51mg (17%) Sodium 516mg (22%) Potassium 74mg (2%) Sugar 1g (2%) Vitamin A 596IU (12%) Vitamin C 2mg (2%) Calcium 39mg (4%) Iron 1mg (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 214

% Daily Value*

Calories 214kcal 11%
Carbohydrates 5g 2%
Protein 10g 20%
Fat 12g 18%
Saturated Fat 7g 35%
Cholesterol 51mg 17%
Sodium 516mg 22%
Potassium 74mg 2%
Sugar 1g 2%
Vitamin A 596IU 12%
Vitamin C 2mg 2%
Calcium 39mg 4%
Iron 1mg 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.