Clams With Grilled Chorizo & Charred Tomatoes

Name: Clams With Grilled Chorizo & Charred Tomatoes
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 basket cherry tomatoes; 2 chorizo sausages; 6-8 slices good crusty country bread; extra virgin olive oil; 3 pounds fresh clams in the shell (I used a mix of Littleneck and Manila, my measurement is approximate); 3 cloves garlic; a pat of butter; 1 cup dry white wine; 1 generous handful of fresh chopped herbs (I used parsley, oregano, thyme); lemon zest from 1 lemon; kosher salt and fresh ground pepper

Servings: persons

1 basket cherry tomatoes
2 chorizo sausages
6-8 slices good crusty country bread
extra virgin olive oil
3 pounds fresh clams in the shell (I used a mix of Littleneck and Manila, my measurement is approximate)
3 cloves garlic
a pat of butter
1 cup dry white wine
1 generous handful of fresh chopped herbs (I used parsley, oregano, thyme)
lemon zest from 1 lemon
kosher salt and fresh ground pepper

1
Skewer tomatoes and brush lightly with olive oil. Rub bread with raw garlic, brush with olive oil and salt lightly. Cut sausages in half length-wise. Grill tomatoes, sausage and bread over medium-high heat until all are lightly browned/edges charred on both sides and tomatoes are juicy. Remove all from grill and allow to cool slightly.
2
Chop chorizo into bite-sized pieces, set aside. Mince remaining garlic. Heat 2 tbs olive oil and pat of butter on stove top in heavy iron skillet over medium heat. Add garlic and saute lightly. Add chopped chorizo, grilled tomatoes (removed from skewers), and half of chopped herbs. Add wine. Once liquid starts simmering, add clams to skillet, and place entire skillet on the grill (high heat), covering. Stir occasionally.
3
When liquid is bubbling and all clam shells have opened, remove skillet from grill. Sprinkle with remaining herbs, lemon zest, salt and pepper. Serve right out of the skillet with grilled bread on the side.

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 basket cherry tomatoes, 2 chorizo sausages, 6-8 slices good crusty country bread, extra virgin olive oil, and more.

Yes, Clams With Grilled Chorizo & Charred Tomatoes 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!