Crudo on the Half Shell

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   Place the scallops in a single layer in a resealable plastic bag and freeze for 1 hour.

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   (This makes them firmer and easier to dice.)

3. 3

   Cut the frozen scallops into 1/4 -inch pieces.

4. 4

   Rinse the clams under cold water to remove any grit.

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   Shuck the clams: Slide a clam knife between the shells and twist to pry them apart.

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   Detach the clam from the top shell, then slide your knife under the clam to detach it from the bottom shell.

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   Remove any shell fragments from the meat, then coarsely chop.

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   (Clean and reserve 16 half shells for serving.)

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   Toss the scallops and clams with the lemon juice, olive oil and jalapeno in a medium bowl.

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    Spoon into the reserved clam shells.

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    Sprinkle with salt and serve immediately.

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    Photograph by Jim Franco

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.