Clam On The Half Shell Recipe
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Ingredients
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Clams and Seasoning
Toppings
Method
Preparation of Clams
- 1
Clean the Clams
Begin by rinsing the fresh clams under cold water to remove any sand or debris. Scrub the shells gently with a brush.
- 2
Soak in Salt Water
In a large bowl, mix cold water with sea salt. Add the clams and let them soak for about 20 minutes to help purge any remaining sand.
- 3
Rinse Again
After soaking, remove the clams from the saltwater and rinse them under cold running water once more.
Serving the Clams
- 4
Shuck the Clams
Carefully shuck each clam using a clam knife, ensuring to keep the meat in the half shell. Discard any that do not open.
- 5
Arrange on a Plate
Place the shucked clams on a serving platter or ice bed to keep them chilled.
- 6
- 7
Season and Serve
Sprinkle freshly cracked black pepper over the clams and serve with lemon wedges on the side for squeezing.