DRUNKEN CLAMS

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After swimming in white wine and butter, these little guys are ready to karaoke on your tastebuds. A lesson in moderation.

Provided by Patrick Johnson

Categories     Seafood Appetizers

Time 50m

Number Of Ingredients 10

50 little neck clams, live
1/3 c kosher salt (iodized will kill clams)
1 c cornmeal
1 Tbsp butter, unsalted
3 large cloves garlic, minced
1 c dry white wine
1/4 c fresh lemon juice (plus extra lemons for serving)
zest of one lemon
1 Tbsp red pepper flakes (or to taste)
3 Tbsp fresh parsley, finely chopped

Steps:

  • 1. 1 hour before cooking mix kosher salt, cornmeal and cold water to fill large bowl. Add clams and refrigerate for 1 hour to remove sand.
  • 2. Remove clams from cornmeal mixture and scrub well under cold running water.
  • 3. Melt butter over medium heat in large stockpot, add garlic and saute for 1 minute.
  • 4. Add wine, lemon juice, lemon zest, and red pepper flakes and mix well into mixture.
  • 5. Gently add clams in one layer.
  • 6. Bring liquid to boil then cover tightly and lower heat to gentle simmer. Steam until clams open...typically between 10 and 12 minutes. Discard all clams that did not open.
  • 7. To serve, add clams to a large bowl, pour broth over the clams and sprinkle with parsley. Add more lemon juice if desired. Use crusty french bread to soak up the broth.

Ndikola Ayasi
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I'm not a big fan of seafood, but I really enjoyed this dish.


sad motion
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I've made this dish several times, and it's always a hit with my guests.


Alberto Ride
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover clams.


Nader Nader
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I'm not sure what I did wrong, but my clams were rubbery.


Shaleem David
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This dish is a bit pricey, but it's worth it for a special occasion.


Jackson Mwale
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I've never cooked clams before, but this recipe made it easy. I'll definitely be making it again.


Np Nuruddin khan
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I'm allergic to clams, but my husband loved this dish.


Nelson Chalimba
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The clams were a little sandy, but overall this dish was pretty good.


Abu Sufyan
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I love that this recipe uses simple, everyday ingredients. It's a great weeknight meal.


thee ostoh kenya
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This dish is so easy to make, and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Kyanne Tracey
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I followed the recipe exactly, but my clams didn't turn out as tender as I would have liked.


Kismat Thapa
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This recipe is a keeper! I've made it several times, and it's always a hit.


Jordan Sylvan
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I'm not a big fan of clams, but I really enjoyed this dish. The clams were cooked perfectly, and the sauce was delicious.


Kishainie Crispulo Meyer
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The clams were a little tough, but the flavor was still good.


ramesh khatri
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I made this dish for a party last weekend, and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it.


Kisty Mortimer
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These clams are so good! I love the combination of flavors. The garlic, butter, and white wine are a perfect match for the clams.


Dineshs Ho
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Oh my goodness, these Drunken Clams are absolutely divine! The flavors are out of this world, and the clams are cooked to perfection. I followed the recipe exactly, and it turned out perfectly. I will definitely be making this again and again.