Cherrystone Clams Recipe
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Method
Preparation
- 1
Clean the Clams
Rinse the cherrystone clams under cold running water to remove any sand or debris. Scrub the shells with a brush if necessary.
- 2
Mince the Garlic and Chop the Parsley
Peel and mince the garlic cloves finely. Chop the fresh parsley leaves. Set aside.
- 3
Prepare the Lemon
Cut the lemon in half. Squeeze the juice from one half and slice the other half into wedges for serving.
Cooking
- 4
Heat Olive Oil
In a large skillet or pot, heat 3 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat.
- 5
- 6
Add Clams and White Wine
Add the cleaned cherrystone clams to the skillet, followed by 1 cup of white wine. Stir gently to combine.
- 7
Season and Cook
Sprinkle in the red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper. Cover the skillet and cook for 5-7 minutes, or until the clams have opened. Discard any that do not open.
- 8
Serving
- 9
Plate the Clams
Serve the cherrystone clams in a large bowl or platter. Drizzle with the cooking liquid from the skillet.
- 10
