Thai Clam Pot Variation Recipe

Name: Thai Clam Pot Variation
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 10 garlic cloves; 8 scallions, cut into 2-inch lengths then lengthwise in half; 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes; ⅓ cup rice wine (mirin); ⅓ cup champagne or ⅓ cup white wine; 3 tablespoons soy sauce; 1 cup water; 3 -4 lbs littleneck clams, well washed and drained; 1 cup fresh basil leaf, cut into thin strips; 2 tablespoons fish sauce

Servings: persons

10 garlic cloves
8 scallions, cut into 2-inch lengths then lengthwise in half
1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
⅓ cup rice wine (mirin)
⅓ cup champagne or ⅓ cup white wine
3 tablespoons soy sauce
1 cup water
3 -4 lbs littleneck clams, well washed and drained
1 cup fresh basil leaf, cut into thin strips
2 tablespoons fish sauce

1
Heat a heavy pot (or Wok) over a high heat until hot.
2
Add 2 Tablespoons peanut oil.
3
Swirl oil until very hot but not smoking.
4
Add the garlic, scallions, and red pepper flakes.
5
Stir for about 15 seconds.
6
Standing back, add the wine mixture, cover, and bring to a boil.
7
Add the clams, cover, and return the liquid to a boil.
8
Immediately reduce the heat to medium and cook until the clams have just opened, 7 to 8 minutes, shaking the pot 3 or 4 times to ensure that the clams cook evenly.
9
Add the basil and stir it thoroughly into the liquid.
10
Cover and cook for 30 to 45 seconds.
11
Add the fish sauce and stir thoroughly.
12
Serve immediately over rice noodles (Soba) or white rice.

480

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Protein

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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: 10 garlic cloves, 8 scallions, cut into 2-inch lengths then lengthwise in half, 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes, ⅓ cup rice wine (mirin), and more.

Yes, Thai Clam Pot Variation 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.

Thai Clam Pot Variation

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