Sauté Garlic Butter Razor Clams Recipe

Time40m

Serves2

Make Sauté Garlic Butter Razor Clams Recipe in just 40m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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1
Clean the Razor Clams
Place the razor clams in a bowl of cold water with a pinch of salt and let them soak for 20 minutes. This helps to remove any sand. After soaking, rinse them under cold water and set aside.
2
Mince the Garlic
Peel and finely mince the garlic cloves and set aside.
3
Chop the Parsley
Finely chop the fresh parsley and set it aside for garnish.
4
Prepare the Lemon
Cut the lemon in half, and set aside one half for squeezing over the dish later.

5
Heat the Pan
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil and 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat until the butter is melted and bubbly.
6
Sauté the Garlic
Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
7
Add the Razor Clams
Add the cleaned razor clams to the skillet. Season with salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes. Stir gently to combine.
8
Cook the Clams
Cover the skillet and cook for about 5-7 minutes, or until the clams have opened. Discard any clams that do not open.
9
Finish with Butter and Parsley
Once the clams are cooked, add the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter and the chopped parsley to the skillet. Stir gently to coat the clams.
10
Serve
Remove from heat and squeeze fresh lemon juice over the clams before serving. Enjoy hot!