Countneck Clams Recipe

Time45m

Serves4

Make Countneck Clams Recipe in just 45m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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1
Clean the Clams
Place the countneck clams in a bowl of cold water and let them soak for about 30 minutes to remove any sand or grit. Rinse them thoroughly under cold running water.
2
Mince the Garlic
Peel and finely mince the garlic cloves.
3
Chop the Parsley
Rinse and finely chop the fresh parsley leaves.

4
Sauté the Garlic
In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, but do not let it brown.
5
Add the Clams
Add the cleaned countneck clams to the pot, and stir to coat them in the garlic oil.
6
Pour in the Wine
Pour the white wine over the clams, and season with salt, black pepper, and optional red pepper flakes if desired. Cover the pot with a lid.
7
Steam the Clams
Increase the heat to high and let the clams steam for about 5-7 minutes or until they open up. Discard any clams that do not open.
8
Garnish and Serve
Remove the pot from heat and stir in the chopped parsley. Serve the countneck clams with lemon wedges on the side.