Grilled Littleneck Clams Recipe

Time40m

Serves4

Warm garlic butter

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Ingredients

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1
Clean the Clams
Rinse the littleneck clams under cold running water to remove any sand or debris. Soak them in a bowl of cold water for about 20 minutes to help them expel any grit.
2
Preheat the Grill
Preheat your grill to medium-high heat, around 400°F (200°C).

3
Melt the Butter
In a small saucepan, melt the unsalted butter over low heat.
4
Add Garlic
Once the butter is melted, add minced garlic (finely chopped) and cook for about 1-2 minutes until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
5
Mix in Parsley and Lemon Juice
Stir in the fresh parsley, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper. Remove from heat and set aside.

6
Grill the Clams
Place the cleaned littleneck clams directly on the grill grates. Close the lid and grill for 5-7 minutes, or until the clams open up. Discard any clams that do not open.
7
Serve
Remove the clams from the grill and immediately drizzle the warm garlic butter over the top. Serve hot.