Fresh Clams Scampi Recipe
Fresh Clams Lightly Pan Fried in Olive Oil and Garlic, with Light Wine Butter Sauce. Served over Linguine. Tomato Sauce Available.
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Ingredients
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Fresh Clams
Linguine
Optional Tomato Sauce
Method
Prepare the Clams
- 1
Clean the Clams
Rinse the fresh clams under cold water to remove any sand or grit. Soak them in salted water for about 20 minutes to help them expel any remaining sand.
Cook the Linguine
- 2
Boil the Linguine
In a large pot of boiling salted water, add the linguine pasta. Cook according to package instructions until al dente, usually about 8-10 minutes. Drain and set aside.
Prepare the Scampi Sauce
- 3
Sauté Garlic
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1-2 minutes until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
- 4
Add Clams and Wine
Add the cleaned clams to the skillet and pour in the white wine. Stir to combine and cover the skillet. Cook for about 5-7 minutes, or until the clams have opened.
- 5
Finish the Sauce
Once the clams have opened, remove the lid and add the butter, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper. Stir until the butter has melted and the sauce is well combined. Add the fresh parsley just before serving.
Combine and Serve
- 6
- 7
Serve
Plate the clams and linguine. If desired, ladle tomato sauce on top. Garnish with additional parsley and serve immediately.