Clams the Sailor's Way Recipe

Name: Clams the Sailor's Way
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Pinch of saffron threads; 3/4 cup fish stock or bottled clam juice; 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil; 3 garlic cloves, minced; 1 small onion, finely diced; 1 1/2 tablespoons all-purpose flour; 1/2 cup Albarino or other dry white wine; 3 dozen littleneck clams, scrubbed; Salt and freshly ground pepper; Crusty bread, for serving

Servings: persons

Pinch of saffron threads
3/4 cup fish stock or bottled clam juice
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 small onion, finely diced
1 1/2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1/2 cup Albarino or other dry white wine
3 dozen littleneck clams, scrubbed
Salt and freshly ground pepper
Crusty bread, for serving

1
In a glass measuring cup, crumble the saffron threads into the fish stock and let stand for 10 minutes.
2
In a large pot, heat the olive oil.
3
Add the minced garlic and diced onion and cook over moderately high heat, stirring, until the vegetables are softened, about 4 minutes.
4
Stir in the flour until incorporated.
5
Add the saffron-infused fish stock and Albarino and bring to a simmer, stirring, until thickened.
6
Add the clams, cover and cook, shaking the pot, until the clams open, about 6 minutes.
7
Discard any clams that do not open.
8
Spoon the clams into bowls.
9
Season the Albarino sauce with salt and pepper, pour it over the clams and serve them with crusty bread.

240

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Pinch of saffron threads, 3/4 cup fish stock or bottled clam juice, 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, 3 garlic cloves, minced, and more.

Yes, Clams the Sailor's Way 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.

Clams the Sailor's Way

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