Grilled clams with garlicky white wine sauce is a delectable seafood dish that tantalizes the taste buds with its delightful flavors and aromas. Whether you're hosting a special occasion dinner or simply seeking a weeknight meal that's both impressive and easy to prepare, this recipe is sure to become a favorite. With fresh clams, aromatic garlic, and a luscious white wine sauce, this dish offers a perfect balance of briny, garlicky, and buttery notes that will transport you to the shores of a coastal paradise.
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GRILLED CLAMS WITH GARLIC, WHITE WINE, AND TOMATOES
In this no-fuss recipe from chef Chris Schlesinger, toss littleneck clams directly onto the grill, cook until they open, and serve with a wine-butter sauce. Also try:Barbecued Oysters with Bacon and Garlic Butter, Southeast Asian-Style Grilled Shrimp with Aromatic Herbs
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Appetizers
Yield Serves 12 as an appetizer
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat a grill: If using a charcoal grill, make a fire in your grill with the coals placed off to one side. When the coals are completely covered in gray ash, hold your hand about 5 inches above the grill grid; count how many seconds you can comfortably leave it there. When you can hold it there for 2 to 3 seconds, you have medium-high heat and are ready to grill. If you are using a gas grill, heat the grill for 15 minutes with the lid closed. Before beginning to cook, reduce the temperature by turning the knobs to medium-high.
- Place a large heatproof pan on grill near, but not over, the hottest side of the grill. Add butter and garlic and cook until butter is melted, about 3 minutes. Add tomatoes and white wine.
- Place clams directly over fire on grill and cook until opened, transferring clams to pan as they open. Season clams with salt and pepper; sprinkle with parsley. Serve immediately with grilled bread.
GRILLED CLAMS WITH GARLICKY WHITE WINE SAUCE
Yum! Make sure to serve with more wine and a great crusty bread to get all the delicious broth! This is also great with a squirt of fresh lemon or some chopped green onions as a garnish. Some even love to add a small dab of horseradish or even some good smoky bbq sauce. Experiment and try what you like. To really get the clams to cook quickly sometimes I will even place an old pot with boiling water or broth in it on the grill to add some steam. Adding some aromatics to the pot also seems to add to the flavor or the clams really well. This serves 6 as an appy or 2 as a meal if you include some bread and a green salad. Of course I could probably finish the whole lot of them off all by myself! lol Hope you enjoy this simple yet delicious dish!
Provided by Mamas Kitchen Hope
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 15m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Heat olive oil over medium heat. Melt butter then add garlic and saute for about 1 minute or until garlic is fragrant.
- Pour in the wine and bring to a boil, cooking until the wine has reduced to about half its original volume. Taste and season with salt and pepper as desired. I use sea salt and fresh ground peppercorns. Set sauce aside and keep warm.
- Get grill as hot as you can for best results. Place the clams on grill. (A disposible foil pan works great for this!) Grill until the clams have opened and discard any clams that do not.
- Remove from grill and pour clams and juice into a shallow bowl. Pour sauce sauce over the top. Top with parsley and any optional garnishes as desired.
- Serve immediately with some good crusty bread to soak up all the yummy juices.
- Have another glass of wine and ENJOY!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 223.8, Fat 6.4, SaturatedFat 1.7, Cholesterol 82.3, Sodium 128.7, Carbohydrate 6.9, Sugar 0.2, Protein 29.1
GRILLED CLAMS WITH GARLIC BUTTER
This dish has a flavor so exquisite that it defies this very simple preparation. Once people taste these clams, they can never get enough. We have served this appetizer at Summer Shack since the day we opened and it is still one of our very best sellers. Grilled Clams are best made with small, special count littlenecks (about 1 1/2-inches wide). It's really easy, you put the clams directly over the hot fire and as soon as the shells pop open, you must take them off the grill or they will burn right through the shells. Place them right onto a bed of rock salt to hold them steady and spoon a few drops of sauce on each clam. If you are using a Great Grate, you can just remove the grate; no rock salt is needed. For equipment you will need a grill, grill brush and a pair of long tongs. The "Great Grate" is optional, but makes the job much easier.
Provided by Food Network
Categories appetizer
Yield 4 to 6 servings as an appetizer
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Preheat a grill or Great Grates over medium heat.
- Scrub and rinse the clams. Keep refrigerated until ready to use.
- Melt 3 tablespoons butter in a 1-quart saucepan over low heat until it is foamy. Add the garlic and saute, stirring, until it is fragrant but does not color, about 30 seconds. Add the white wine and heavy cream, increase the heat to medium-high and reduce by half, about 8 minutes. Add the remaining butter 1 piece at a time, whisking constantly, until the sauce is shiny, emulsified, and thick enough to coat the back of a spoon. Remove the saucepan from the heat. Add the chives and season with salt and pepper. Keep the sauce warm until ready to serve.
- Set up the littleneck clams on the grill or Great Grates or place them directly on the grill. Cook the clams without turning them. As soon as the clams pop open, after 8 to 10 minutes, transfer them carefully with tongs to a platter (or plates) of rock salt. If you are using a Great Grate, this won't be necessary. Use the tongs to pry off the top shells. Spoon 1 teaspoon sauce over each clam and serve immediately.
LINGUINE WITH GARLICKY WHITE CLAM SAUCE
This is a great and tasty recipe I'm sure you will enjoy. Check seasonings to taste. This has a heavy garlic and wine taste. When using a cooking wine do not add salt because there's salt already in the cooking wine. You can try sherry in place of the white wine. Top with Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese.
Provided by Eugene Caccaitore
Categories World Cuisine Recipes European Italian
Time 35m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook linguine at a boil until tender yet firm to the bite, about 11 minutes; drain.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook anchovies in the skillet until they dissolve into the oil, about 5 minutes; add garlic and continue cooking until it is lightly browned, 2 to 3 minutes. Melt butter into the anchovies mixture. When the butter begins to bubble, stir parsley, oregano, red pepper flakes, and black pepper into the butter mixture; cook to soften the parsley, about 1 minute.
- Pour wine and about 3/4 of the reserved clam juice into the skillet. Place a cover on the skillet and reduce heat to medium-low. Bring liquid to a simmer; add clams and continue to cook until the clams are heated through, 2 to 3 minutes. Pour clam sauce over linguine to serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 477.2 calories, Carbohydrate 46.8 g, Cholesterol 140.5 mg, Fat 21.1 g, Fiber 3.4 g, Protein 24.2 g, SaturatedFat 5.4 g, Sodium 585.1 mg, Sugar 0.3 g
STEAMED CLAMS IN WHITE WINE SAUCE
Manilla clams in a rich, creamy wine sauce, perfect for cold winter nights! Pair with a nice grapefruity Sauvignon Blanc. The acidity will cut the richness of the sauce and create balance and elegance. Garnish with fresh tarragon and serve hot with crusty garlic bread.
Provided by jndeans
Time 35m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Saute leeks, shallots, and bacon in a skillet over medium heat until fat is extracted from the bacon, about 5 minutes. Add white wine and bring to a simmer.
- Add cream, peas, Parmesan cheese, carrots, butter, and dried tarragon; bring to a simmer. Add clams, cover, and steam until clams open, 7 to 10 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 381 calories, Carbohydrate 13.3 g, Cholesterol 96.9 mg, Fat 26.9 g, Fiber 1.4 g, Protein 6.4 g, SaturatedFat 16.5 g, Sodium 177.3 mg, Sugar 3.5 g
Tips:
- Choose fresh, high-quality clams: Look for clams that are tightly closed and have no cracks or chips in their shells. Avoid any clams that are open or have a foul odor.
- Purge the clams before cooking: This will help to remove any sand or grit from the clams. To purge the clams, place them in a large bowl of cold water and add a handful of salt. Let the clams soak for at least 30 minutes, then drain and rinse them well.
- Use a hot grill: This will help to sear the clams and prevent them from sticking. Preheat your grill to medium-high heat before cooking the clams.
- Cook the clams until they open: This will usually take about 5-7 minutes. Do not overcook the clams, as this will make them tough and chewy.
- Serve the clams immediately: Clams are best served hot off the grill. Serve them with your favorite dipping sauce, such as garlic butter, white wine sauce, or lemon wedges.
Conclusion:
Grilled clams are a delicious and easy-to-make seafood dish that is perfect for a summer cookout. By following these tips, you can make sure that your grilled clams are cooked to perfection and bursting with flavor. So fire up your grill and give this recipe a try!
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