Spicy Steamed Clams Recipe

Name: Spicy Steamed Clams
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 large garlic clove, minced; 1/4 tsp. dried hot red pepper flakes or to taste; 3/4 tsp. dried oregano, crumbled; 2 Tbsp. olive oil; 1/2 c. finely chopped onion; 1 1/4 c. thinly sliced fennel bulb or celery, combined with 1/2 tsp. fennel seed; 1 (14 oz.) can plum tomatoes, drained and chopped (reserve juice); 1/2 c. dry white wine; 24 small, hard shelled clams, scrubbed well; 2 Tbsp. minced fresh parsley leaves plus parsley sprigs (for garnish); crusty bread (as an accompaniment)

Servings: persons

1 large garlic clove, minced
1/4 tsp. dried hot red pepper flakes or to taste
3/4 tsp. dried oregano, crumbled
2 Tbsp. olive oil
1/2 c. finely chopped onion
1 1/4 c. thinly sliced fennel bulb or celery, combined with 1/2 tsp. fennel seed
1 (14 oz.) can plum tomatoes, drained and chopped (reserve juice)
1/2 c. dry white wine
24 small, hard shelled clams, scrubbed well
2 Tbsp. minced fresh parsley leaves plus parsley sprigs (for garnish)
crusty bread (as an accompaniment)

1
In a heavy saucepan, cook the garlic, pepper flakes and oregano in the oil over moderately low heat, stirring, for 1 minute.
2
Add the onion and fennel; cook the mixture over moderate heat, stirring, until the fennel is softened.
3
Add the tomatoes with the reserved juice, wine and salt and pepper to taste; simmer the mixture, uncovered, stirring occasionally, for 5 minutes.
4
Add the clams; steam them, covered, for 5 to 7 minutes, or until they have opened.
5
Discard any unopened ones.

137

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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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 large garlic clove, minced, 1/4 tsp. dried hot red pepper flakes or to taste, 3/4 tsp. dried oregano, crumbled, 2 Tbsp. olive oil, and more.

Yes, Spicy Steamed Clams 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.

Spicy Steamed Clams

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