Ingredients and Weight:
- 24 medium clams, scrubbed and debearded
- 1/2 cup dry white wine
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup butter, melted
- 1 lemon, cut into wedges
Preparation Time:
15 minutes
Cooking Time:
10-12 minutes
Difficulty Level:
2 (Easy)
Preparation Method Steps:
- In a large pot or Dutch oven, combine the clams, white wine, parsley, garlic, and butter.
- Cover the pot and bring to a boil over high heat.
- Reduce heat to medium and steam for 10-12 minutes, or until the clams have opened.
- Discard any unopened clams.
- Serve immediately, garnished with lemon wedges.
Nutritional Information:
- Calories: 220 per serving (8 clams)
- Fat: 10 grams (8% DV)
- Saturated Fat: 5 grams (25% DV)
- Cholesterol: 50 milligrams (17% DV)
- Sodium: 450 milligrams (19% DV)
- Carbohydrates: 18 grams (6% DV)
- Protein: 20 grams (40% DV)
Dish Characteristics:
- Savory and flavorful
- Brimming with fresh seafood flavor
- Tender and juicy clams
- Simple and easy to prepare
User Comments:
- "These steamed clams were absolutely delicious! The wine and garlic flavors were perfect." - Sarah B.
- "I love how easy this dish is to make, but it still tastes like it came from a fancy restaurant." - Emily S.
- "The clams were cooked to perfection and the sauce was so flavorful. I highly recommend this recipe." - David K.
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Do not overcook the clams, as they will become tough.
- If you cannot find fresh parsley, you can substitute 1 tablespoon of dried parsley.
- For a more decadent flavor, use heavy cream instead of butter.
- Serve this dish with crusty bread to soak up the flavorful sauce.
