Steamed Clams with Chorizo and Tomatoes Recipe

Name: Steamed Clams with Chorizo and Tomatoes
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 Tablespoon Grapeseed Or Avocado Oil; 3 ounces, weight Cured Chorizo, Cut Into 1/4 Inch Dice; 1 Medium Yellow Onion, Thinly Sliced; 1 clove (Large Size) Garlic, Peeled And Thinly Sliced; 1 pint Cherry Tomatoes, Halved; Kosher Salt; Black Pepper; 3/4 cups Dry White Wine; 24 Littleneck Or Cherrystone Clams, Scrubbed And Cleaned From Grit; Parsley, For Garnish

Servings: persons

1
In a large stock pot over medium heat add grapeseed or avocado oil and the chorizo.
2
Cook for about 5-7 minutes or until the chorizo starts to release some of its oil and brown.
3
Make sure to stir often.
4
Add the onions and cook until soft, stirring to make sure they dont burn.
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Stir in the garlic and tomatoes and season with salt and pepper to taste.
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Pour in 1/3 of the wine and cook the tomatoes until they begin to soften, about 6-8 minutes.
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Once the tomatoes are soft and theres some liquid in the pan, add your cleaned clams and the remaining wine.
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Cover the pot and steam for 5-10 minutes.
9
Remove open clams and divide between two bowls.
10
If some clams are stubborn to open give them a little nudge and they might pop open.
11
If they dont, dispose of them as the clam is dead.
12
Ladle the broth over the clams and serve with crusty bread and a glass of wine.

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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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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: 1 Tablespoon Grapeseed Or Avocado Oil, 3 ounces, weight Cured Chorizo, Cut Into 1/4 Inch Dice, 1 Medium Yellow Onion, Thinly Sliced, 1 clove (Large Size) Garlic, Peeled And Thinly Sliced, and more.

Yes, Steamed Clams with Chorizo and 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.

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Steamed Clams with Chorizo and Tomatoes

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