Scott Ure's Clams and Garlic

Scott Ure's Clams and Garlic
  • PREP TIME
    25 mins
  • COOK TIME
    25 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    50 mins
  • SERVING
    2 People
  • VIEWS
    1.3K

Dive into a bowl of pure coastal bliss with this incredibly simple yet profoundly flavorful dish. Tender clams, bathed in a luscious garlic-infused butter and white wine sauce, offer an exquisite taste of the sea. Serve with crusty bread to soak up every last drop of the delectable broth, or toss with perfectly al dente pasta for a more substantial meal.

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    19 g
  • Cholesterol
    190 mg
  • Fiber
    1 g
  • Protein
    62 g
  • Saturated Fat
    10 g
  • Sodium
    2962 mg
  • Sugar
    1 g
  • Fat
    30 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

DIRECTIONS

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Recipe View 5 mins Prepare the Clams: Gently scrub the clams under cold running water to remove any sand or debris. Set aside. (5 minutes)

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Recipe View 2 mins Infuse the Oil: In a large, heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant and softened, being careful not to brown. (2 minutes)

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Recipe View 5 mins Create the Broth: Pour in the white wine and bring to a simmer. Allow the wine to reduce by about half, concentrating the flavors. (5 minutes)

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Recipe View 7 mins Steam the Clams: Add the scrubbed clams to the pot, cover tightly, and steam until the clams begin to open. (5-7 minutes)

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Recipe View 3 mins Emulsify with Butter: Stir in the butter, cover the pot again, and continue cooking until most or all of the clams have opened. Discard any clams that remain closed. (2-3 minutes)

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Recipe View 1 mins Serve: Transfer the clams and the flavorful broth to large bowls. Sprinkle generously with fresh chopped parsley and serve immediately with crusty bread or over pasta.

For an extra layer of flavor, consider adding a pinch of red pepper flakes to the garlic as it sautés.
If you don't have fresh parsley, dried parsley can be used in a pinch, but the fresh parsley adds a brighter flavor.
Be sure to discard any clams that do not open during cooking, as they may be unsafe to eat.
Serve immediately, as the clams are best enjoyed hot.

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.8/ 5 ( 442 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (4)
  • Lafayette Goodwin

    My family loved this! I served it over linguine, and it was a huge hit.

  • Earl Sawayn

    Next time, I'll try adding some chopped shallots along with the garlic for even more flavor.

  • Lilyan Durgan

    I added a squeeze of lemon juice at the end, and it really brightened up the flavors.

  • Milford Dickinson

    This recipe is so easy and delicious! The clams were perfectly cooked, and the broth was amazing.

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