Jul 14 2026
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Fresh Clam Casino Recipe

Inspired by Assaggio Kailua
Time45m
Serves4

Fresh Clams Pan Fried in Olive Oil and Garlic, with Bacon, Onion, Fresh Basil and a White Wine Butter Sauce.

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Ingredients

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Clams

Toppings

Sauce

Method

Preparation of Clams

  1. 1

    Clean the Clams

    Rinse the fresh clams under cold water to remove any sand or debris. Soak them in a bowl of cold water for 30 minutes to help release any remaining sand.

  2. 2

    Cook the Clams

    In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add the cleaned clams and garlic and cook for about 5-7 minutes until the clams open up. Remove from heat and set aside.

Preparation of Toppings

  1. 3

    Cook the Bacon

    In the same skillet, add the chopped bacon and cook over medium heat until crispy, about 5 minutes. Remove the bacon and set aside, leaving the rendered fat in the skillet.

  2. 4

    Sauté the Onion

    In the same skillet with the bacon fat, add the diced onion and sauté for about 3-4 minutes until translucent.

  3. 5

    Add Fresh Basil

    Stir in the chopped fresh basil and cooked bacon into the onion mixture and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes.

Preparation of Sauce

  1. 6

    Make the White Wine Butter Sauce

    Pour in 1 cup of white wine into the skillet with the onion, bacon, and basil. Bring to a boil and simmer for about 5 minutes to reduce slightly.

  2. 7

    Finish the Sauce

    Add 4 tablespoons of butter to the skillet and stir until melted. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.

Assembly

  1. 8

    Combine Clams with Sauce

    Return the cooked clams to the skillet and toss gently to coat them in the sauce. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until heated through.

  2. 9

    Serve

    Serve the clam casino hot, garnished with any remaining fresh basil and a drizzle of the white wine butter sauce.

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