SAKE-STEAMED CLAMS

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NOTE: Togarashi is a Japanese blend of cayenne, sesame seeds and seaweed. It is available at Asian markets. This recipe comes from Nobuo Fukuda.

Provided by Mikekey *

Categories     Seafood Appetizers

Time 1h15m

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 Tbsp salt
2 lb manila clams, scrubbed
1 c sake
1 c water
2 tsp unsalted butter, cut into 4 pieces
2 green onions, thenly sliced (white and green parts)
1 pinch togarashi spice blend, optional (see note)

Steps:

  • 1. Fill a medium bowl with cold water and add 1 tablespoon of salt. Add the clams and let stand for 1 hour. Drain the clams and rinse them well. Discard any open or broken shells.
  • 2. In a large, deep skillet, combine the sake with the water and bring to a boil. Add the Manila clams, cover the skillet tightly and cook, shaking the pan occasionally, until most of the clams have opened, about 4 minutes.
  • 3. Spoon the clams and broth into 4 medium bowls. Top with the butter, garnish with the scallions and togarashi and serve at once.

Ayan Fareedi
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I've made this dish several times and it's always a hit. It's easy to make and always turns out great.


Zack Coertzen
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This recipe is a waste of time. The clams were bland and the sauce was watery.


Rigin Assisi
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I'm not sure what I did wrong, but my clams were tough and chewy. I followed the recipe exactly.


Bilawal
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These clams are so good! I can't stop eating them.


Pamela Lane
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I love the simplicity of this dish. It's just a few ingredients, but they come together to create a delicious and flavorful meal.


Abdellah Souissi
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This is a great recipe for a weeknight meal. It's quick and easy to make, and the clams are delicious.


M Suleman Khan160
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I've never had sake-steamed clams before, but I'm so glad I tried this recipe. They were amazing!


Muhammad Faruk
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This dish is perfect for a summer party. It's light and refreshing, and the clams are cooked perfectly.


Siraj Ahmad
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I love the combination of sake and butter in this dish. It's so flavorful and delicious.


Danana Montreal
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I've made this dish several times and it's always a winner. It's easy to make and always turns out great.


Goutam Mandal
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I made this dish for my family and they loved it. Even my kids, who are picky eaters, ate it all up.


Tamanna Akther
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This is a great recipe for a special occasion. The clams are elegant and the sauce is delicious.


Karen Booysen
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I'm not a big fan of clams, but I really enjoyed this dish. The sake and butter sauce was amazing.


Darlene Metzler
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These clams were so good! I will definitely be making them again.


Kishan Thapa
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The sake-steamed clams were a hit at my party! Everyone loved the delicate flavor of the clams and the savory sauce.


Nadeem Bhai
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I love the simplicity of this dish. Just a few ingredients and you have a delicious and elegant meal.


Sara Spears
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This is a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal. The clams cook up in just a few minutes and the sauce is simple but flavorful.


Belinda Cheres
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I followed the recipe exactly and the clams turned out perfectly. They were cooked through but still tender, and the sake-butter sauce was amazing. I served them with crusty bread for dipping and it was a hit.


Amber Suleman
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These sake-steamed clams were absolutely delicious! The clams were tender and flavorful, and the sake added a subtle sweetness that really complemented the seafood. I will definitely be making this dish again.