Steamed Clams with Garlic, Lemon & Parsley Recipe
Learn how to make Steamed Clams with Garlic, Lemon & Parsley with this simple and delicious recipe. Perfect for a quick and impressive seafood dish!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Seafood
- Method: Steaming
- Cuisine: Seafood
- Diet: Halal
Ingredients
Scale
For the Steamed Clams:
- 1 kg fresh clams, cleaned
For the Aromatics:
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 small shallot, diced
For the Broth:
- ½ cup white wine (optional)
- Juice and zest of 1 lemon
- ½ cup fresh parsley, chopped
- Salt and black pepper to taste
For Serving:
- Crusty bread
Instructions
- Sauté the Aromatics: Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add garlic and shallots, sauté until fragrant and translucent, about 2-3 minutes.
- Add the cleaned clams: Stir to combine with the aromatics.
- Deglaze and Steam: Pour in the white wine and lemon juice. Cover the pot and steam for 5-7 minutes until the clams open. Discard any clams that remain closed.
- Finish with Parsley and Seasoning: Stir in chopped parsley and sprinkle with lemon zest. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- Serve and Enjoy: Transfer the clams and broth to a serving dish. Serve immediately with crusty bread to soak up the flavorful broth.
Notes
- Ensure all clams are closed before cooking, and discard any that do not open after steaming.
- Adjust seasoning to taste with additional salt and pepper if needed.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: Steamed Clams, Seafood Recipe, Clams with Garlic and Lemon