Steamed Clams On The Half Shell Recipe

Elevate your dinner party or weeknight meal with this incredibly easy and delicious steamed clams recipe! Using convenient, pre-cooked, and purged northern chef clams (a Tai Foong USA Inc. product), this recipe is ready in minutes. These farm-raised clams are incredibly affordable ($2 for 24!) and perfect for unexpected guests. Transform them from freezer to table in a flash, creating a flavorful and impressive dish that serves 2-6, depending on whether you're serving as an appetizer or a main course. Get ready to impress!

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 15 mins
Calories 367.9 kcal
Protein 67g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Steamed Clams On The Half Shell

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How to Make Steamed Clams On The Half Shell

  1. Melt 2 tablespoons of butter and 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large pan over medium heat.
  2. Sauté 1/2 cup finely chopped shallots for 2 minutes. Add 2 cloves of minced garlic and cook for another minute, stirring frequently.
  3. Pour in 1/2 cup dry white wine and simmer for 5 minutes, or until the liquid is reduced by half.
  4. Stir in 1 (14.5 ounce) can of diced tomatoes, 1/4 teaspoon of red pepper flakes, and 1/4 teaspoon of salt.
  5. Bring the mixture to a boil, then add 1 pound (approximately 24) of frozen clams. Cook just until heated through, about 2-3 minutes. Do not overcook!
  6. Transfer the clams to a serving platter. Drizzle with 1 tablespoon of olive oil.
  7. Garnish with 2 tablespoons of chopped fresh parsley.
  8. Serve immediately with crusty bread for dipping. For a heartier meal, toss the clams into cooked pasta.
  9. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

59 g

Sugar

2g

Fat

25g

Carbs

4g