Grilled Clams and Mussels with Garlic, Almonds and Mint Recipe

Name: Grilled Clams and Mussels with Garlic, Almonds and Mint
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 pounds mussels; 2 dozen littleneck clams; 1/2 cup dry white wine; 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil, more for drizzling; 5 garlic cloves (4 thinly sliced, 1 finely chopped); 1/4 teaspoon red chile flakes, more to taste; 3/4 cup chopped mint leaves; 3 tablespoons sliced almonds; Finely grated zest of 1 lemon; Grilled bread slices, for serving

Servings: persons

2 pounds mussels
2 dozen littleneck clams
1/2 cup dry white wine
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil, more for drizzling
5 garlic cloves (4 thinly sliced, 1 finely chopped)
1/4 teaspoon red chile flakes, more to taste
3/4 cup chopped mint leaves
3 tablespoons sliced almonds
Finely grated zest of 1 lemon
Grilled bread slices, for serving

1
Build a very hot charcoal fire, mounding coals in the center of the grill, or heat a gas grill.
2
Scrub mussels and clams under running water to remove any clinging grit.
3
Put clams, wine, oil, sliced garlic and chile in a large disposable aluminum roasting pan and stir.
4
Cover pan tightly with heavy-duty foil.
5
Place pan on the grill and cover.
6
Let cook undisturbed for 10 minutes, then use mitts to open foil and stir in mussels.
7
Replace foil and continue cooking, with grill covered, 10 minutes more.
8
By this time, most or all of the shellfish should be open.
9
Use tongs to transfer opened shellfish to a serving bowl and return any unopened in the pan to continue cooking, covered, for another few minutes.
10
Any that remain unopened should be discarded.
11
Combine all shellfish and pan juices in the bowl.
12
Toss shellfish with mint, almonds, chopped garlic and lemon zest.
13
Drizzle with additional oil.
14
Brush grilled bread slices with oil and serve alongside for soaking up juices.

384

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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: 2 pounds mussels, 2 dozen littleneck clams, 1/2 cup dry white wine, 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil, more for drizzling, and more.

Yes, Grilled Clams and Mussels with Garlic, Almonds and Mint 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.

Grilled Clams and Mussels with Garlic, Almonds and Mint

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