Braised Clams in Parsley Broth, Peas and Bruschetta with Tomatoes and Fried Capers Recipe

Name: Braised Clams in Parsley Broth, Peas and Bruschetta with Tomatoes and Fried Capers
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided; 2 shallots, chopped; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 1/2 cup dry white wine or vermouth; 2 pounds littleneck clams, scrubbed; 1/2 cup reduced-sodium chicken or vegetable broth; 1/2 cup bottled clam juice; 1/3 cup chopped fresh parsley leaves; 1 tablespoon butter; 1/3 cup drained capers; 1 baguette, sliced crosswise into 1/4-inch thick slices and toasted until golden; 3 roasted Roma (plum) tomatoes, diced; 2 cups frozen green peas, steamed until just tender

Servings: persons

2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
2 shallots, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 cup dry white wine or vermouth
2 pounds littleneck clams, scrubbed
1/2 cup reduced-sodium chicken or vegetable broth
1/2 cup bottled clam juice
1/3 cup chopped fresh parsley leaves
1 tablespoon butter
1/3 cup drained capers
1 baguette, sliced crosswise into 1/4-inch thick slices and toasted until golden
3 roasted Roma (plum) tomatoes, diced
2 cups frozen green peas, steamed until just tender

1
Heat 1 tablespoon of the oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
2
Add shallots and garlic and cook 2 minutes.
3
Add wine and cook 1 minute.
4
Add clams, broth and clam juice and bring to a simmer.
5
When clams have opened, remove them from pan, reserving liquid in pan, and transfer to a serving platter.
6
Add parsley and butter to pan and simmer 1 minute.
7
Place clams in serving bowls and pour over parsley broth.
8
Heat remaining oil in a small skillet over medium-high heat.
9
Add capers and cook 2 minutes.
10
Place diced tomatoes on baguette slices and top with fried capers.
11
Serve bruschetta and peas alongside clams.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided, 2 shallots, chopped, 2 cloves garlic, minced, 1/2 cup dry white wine or vermouth, and more.

Yes, Braised Clams in Parsley Broth, Peas and Bruschetta with Tomatoes and Fried Capers falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Braised Clams in Parsley Broth, Peas and Bruschetta with Tomatoes and Fried Capers

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