Best 5 Steamed Clams Portuguese Style Recipes

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Craving a seafood dish that is bursting with flavor and easy to prepare? Look no further than steamed clams Portuguese style. This traditional dish is a celebration of fresh clams, aromatic spices, and a vibrant tomato-based sauce. Get ready to embark on a culinary journey as we guide you through the art of creating this Portuguese masterpiece. Indulge in the succulent sweetness of tender clams, complemented by the tangy and savory sauce. So, gather your ingredients, put on your apron, and let's dive into the world of steamed clams Portuguese style.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

PORTUGUESE STEAMED CLAMS



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Being of Portuguese descent and raised in Rhode Island along the Eastern seaboard, this recipe is a wonderful combination of my two heritages. If desired serve with a small cup of melted butter for dipping clams and don't forget a fresh loaf of warm, crusty bread!!! Note: If the clams seem sandy, soak them for a couple of hours or overnight in the refrigerator in salted water with a bit of vinegar, cornmeal, and cayenne pepper.

Provided by Star Pooley

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     Portuguese

Time 50m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 6

5 pounds clams in shell, scrubbed
1 ½ pounds chorizo, sliced into chunks
1 large onion, cut into thin wedges
1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes
2 cups white wine
¼ cup olive oil

Steps:

  • Wash clams well in a sink of cold water. Discard any clams that are already opened.
  • In a large stock pot with a tight fitting lid, place the cleaned clams. Add the sausage, onion, tomatoes and wine. Cover and set over high heat. Steam until all the clams open up. Be sure to shake the pan often to insure even heat.
  • Drizzle olive oil over the cooked clams. Evenly divide all the ingredients into warm soup plates. Divide the broth into side cups for dipping.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 697.1 calories, Carbohydrate 9.1 g, Cholesterol 104.2 mg, Fat 52.6 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 29.9 g, SaturatedFat 17.6 g, Sodium 1567.1 mg, Sugar 3.6 g

PORTUGUESE STEAMED CLAMS



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Being of Portuguese decent and from Rhode Island, this recipe combines both of my favorites! Make sure to serve warm, crusty bread with this to soak up all the delicious broth!

Provided by quotFoodThe Way To

Categories     Portuguese

Time 20m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

5 lbs clams in shell, scrubbed
1 1/2 lbs chorizo sausage, sliced into chunks
1 large onion, cut into thin wedges
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can diced tomatoes
2 cups white wine
3 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1/4 cup olive oil

Steps:

  • Wash clams well in a sink of cold water. Discard any clams that are already opened.
  • In a large stock pot with a tight fitting lid, place the cleaned clams.
  • Add the sausage, onion, tomatoes, wine, garlic and red pepper.
  • Cover and set over high heat; Steam until all the clams open up. Be sure to shake the pan often to insure even heat.
  • Drizzle olive oil over the cooked clams. Evenly divide all the ingredients into warm soup plates.
  • Divide the broth into side cups for dipping.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1101.3, Fat 79.8, SaturatedFat 26.6, Cholesterol 175.4, Sodium 2628.6, Carbohydrate 17.6, Fiber 1.9, Sugar 5.5, Protein 55.1

STEAMED CLAMS, PORTUGUESE STYLE



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With a large Portuguese population in RI, this is typical of how steamed clams are served ('steamers'). This is a combo of several recipes. It's great w/some crusty bread to sop us the broth. Prep time includes 4 hrs cold water bath in fridge.

Provided by JaneinRI

Categories     Portuguese

Time 4h40m

Yield 5 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/4 cup olive oil
5 cloves garlic, finely minced
1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
2 lbs linguica sausage or 2 lbs chorizo sausage, sliced into 3 to 4 inch lengths (portuguese sausage)
1 large onion, sliced into wedges
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can diced tomatoes
1/2 cup dry white wine
1 cup water
5 lbs clams in shell (smaller the better)
lemon wedge (optional)
chopped fresh parsley (optional)
cilantro (optional)

Steps:

  • Prepare clams: put them in a bowl or pan and cover with cold water; add some cornmeal& salt to the water- they'll ingest this and'spit out' any sand they're carrying.
  • Leave them in this for 4 hrs, changing to clean water about halfway through.
  • Discard any open clams.
  • In a large stockpot, warm the oil over medium heat.
  • Add the garlic& red pepper; saute until garlic is golden.
  • Add the sausage, onion, tomatoes, wine& water; stir to mix.
  • Add the clams, turn heat to high& cover- steam until clams open- approximately 8 minutes.
  • Discard any clams that do not open.
  • Divide clams and broth into 5 soup bowls; if desired, sprinkle with parsley& cilantro and serve with a lemon wedge.

STEAMED CLAMS



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Provided by Robert Irvine : Food Network

Categories     appetizer

Time 25m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

6 dozen fresh clams (littlenecks or middlenecks, your choice)
3 tablespoons grapeseed oil
4 cloves garlic, chopped
1 large onion, chopped
1 cup white wine
2 cups clam juice or water
Chopped parsley leaves
Salt and pepper
1/2 cup melted butter (1 stick)

Steps:

  • Wash the clams thoroughly and remove any blemishes. They should have no odor. Heat oil in a large saucepan (with a cover) over medium heat and cook garlic and onion until translucent. Add the wine and let cook for a couple of minutes to combine the flavors. Add the clams and clam juice (or water) and cover the pan for about 10 minutes until the clams open. Discard any clams that do not open and remove clams to serving bowls. Season the juices in the pan with salt and pepper to make a sauce. Pour the sauce and melted butter over the clams.

PORTUGUESE STEAMED CLAMS



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Number Of Ingredients 10

2 tablespoons polyunsaturated oil
1 pound hot Italian sausage
1/2 cup shallot
4 cloves garlic, diced
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper
1 large can diced tomato in juice
1 cup low salt chicken stock
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
4 pounds littleneck clams
1/2 cup fresh basil, coarsely chopped

Steps:

  • Heat the olive oil in a large pot. Add the sausage, sauté until cooked through, breaking up with a fork. Add the shallots, garlic and pepper flakes and stir well. Pour off the excess fat. Mix in the tomatoes and juices, chicken stock and vinegar. Add the clams, bring to a boil and cook until all the clams open. Mix in the basil.

Nutrition Facts : Nutritional Facts Serves

Tips:

  • Select fresh clams: Look for clams with tightly closed shells and no cracks or chips. Gently tap any open clams; they should close immediately. Avoid clams that are already open or have a foul odor.
  • Purge the clams: Before cooking, purge the clams to remove any sand or grit. Place them in a large bowl of cold water with 1/4 cup of salt for 30 minutes. Drain the clams and rinse them thoroughly.
  • Use a large pot: The clams will release a lot of liquid as they cook, so use a large pot to prevent them from boiling over.
  • Don't overcrowd the pot: If you overcrowd the pot, the clams will not cook evenly. Cook the clams in batches if necessary.
  • Season the clams: Before cooking, season the clams with salt, pepper, garlic, and other herbs and spices of your choice. This will help to enhance their flavor.
  • Cook the clams until they open: The clams are done cooking when they open. Discard any clams that do not open after cooking.
  • Serve the clams immediately: Steamed clams are best served immediately, while they are still hot and juicy. You can serve them with melted butter, lemon wedges, and crusty bread for dipping.

Conclusion:

Steamed clams are a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a quick and easy meal. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a flavorful and satisfying dish that is sure to please everyone at the table. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy seafood dish, give steamed clams a try!

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