Kids Steamers & Mussels, Clams, Or Half & Half Recipe
CHOOSE WHITE WINE-GARLIC-HERB BROTH, OR SRIRACHA BROTH. SERVED WITH BAGUETTE & WHIPPED BUTTER
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Ingredients
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Seafood Options
Broth Base - White Wine-Garlic-Herb
Broth Base - Sriracha
Sides
Method
Seafood Options
- 1
Mussels
Rinse mussels under cold water. Remove the beards. Discard any shells with damage or that remain closed after a light tap.
- 2
Clams
Rinse clams under cold water. Scrub shells; discard any that are open and do not close when tapped.
- 3
Half & Half
Rinse mussels and clams. If choosing half & half, combine approximately 0.5 lb total (0.25 lb mussels + 0.25 lb clams).
White Wine-Garlic-Herb Broth
- 4
- 5
Add liquids and herbs
Pour in white wine and stock. Bring to a gentle simmer. Stir in chopped parsley and thyme.
- 6
Season and simmer
Season with a pinch of salt. Simmer 6-8 minutes to meld flavors.
Sriracha Broth
- 7
- 8
Add lime and ginger
Stir in lime juice and grated ginger. Simmer 4-6 minutes.
- 9
Season
Taste and adjust salt if needed.