Donostia Foods, Clams In Brine Recipe

Time1h

Serves4

Make Donostia Foods, Clams In Brine Recipe in just 1h . 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 fresh clams in a bowl of cold water and let them soak for about 30 minutes to help remove any sand or grit. Rinse them thoroughly under cold running water.
2
Prepare the Brine
In a large pot, combine water, sea salt, white vinegar, garlic cloves (smashed), bay leaves, and black peppercorns. Bring the mixture to a boil, stirring until the salt is completely dissolved.

3
Cook the Clams
Once the brine is boiling, add the cleaned clams to the pot. Cover the pot and let them cook for about 5–7 minutes, or until the clams open up. Discard any clams that do not open.
4
Finish and Cool
Remove the pot from heat and let the clams sit in the brine for an additional 10 minutes to absorb the flavors. Add lemon slices to the pot for added flavor.

5
Store the Clams
Once cooled, transfer the clams along with the brine into a clean glass jar or container. Store in the refrigerator and consume within 1 week.