Steamed Clams Recipe

Time30m

Serves4

drawn butter

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Ingredients

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1
Clean the Clams
Rinse the fresh clams under cold running water to remove any sand or debris. Scrub the shells with a brush if necessary.
2
Soak the Clams
Soak the clams in a bowl of cold water for 20 minutes. This helps them expel any sand inside.

3
Sauté the Garlic
In a large pot, heat a tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1-2 minutes.
4
Add Wine and Clams
Pour in the white wine and bring it to a simmer. Add the cleaned clams, salt, and black pepper. Cover the pot.
5
Steam the Clams
Steam the clams for about 5-7 minutes, or until they open up. Discard any clams that do not open.
6
Garnish with Parsley
Once cooked, remove the clams from heat and sprinkle with fresh parsley.

7
Melt the Butter
In a small saucepan, melt the unsalted butter over low heat until fully melted. Do not let it boil.

8
Serve the Dish
Serve the steamed clams with the melted drawn butter on the side for dipping.