Classic Bistro Steamed Clams
Summary
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Ingredients
6
fresh manila clams 3 tablespoons
vegetable oil 4
garlic cloves, chopped 1
large onion, chopped 1 cup
white wine 2 cups
clam juice or water 1⁄2 cup
softened butter, cut into 1/4" slices (1 stick)Instructions
- Wash the clams thoroughly and remove any blemishes from the shell.
- Fresh clams should be closed shut and not have any odor.
- Heat oil in a large saucepan (with a cover) over medium heat and cook garlic and onion until translucent.
- Add in the clams and wine.
- Cook for a couple of minutes to combine the flavors.
- Add in the clam juice (or water) and cover the pan for about 10 minutes until the clams open.
- Discard any clams that do not open and place clams into serving bowls.
- Season the remaining liquid in the pan with salt and pepper, and swirl in the butter to make a sauce.
- Pour the sauce over the clams.
- Garnish with lots of chopped parsley and lemon wedges.
- Serve with crusty bread.
