Steamed Clams With Sherry Garlic Herbs Recipe

Dive into a culinary coastal paradise with this irresistible recipe for Steamed Clams with Sherry Garlic Herbs! Succulent clams are perfectly steamed in a fragrant broth of garlic, shallots, fresh herbs, and dry sherry. This easy-to-follow recipe is perfect for a romantic weeknight dinner or a casual get-together with friends. The rich, savory broth is simply divine, and the tender clams are a taste of the ocean. Serve with crusty bread to soak up every last drop of deliciousness!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 60 mins
Calories 354.8 kcal
Protein 23g
Rating 5.0 (2 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Steamed Clams With Sherry Garlic Herbs

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How to Make Steamed Clams With Sherry Garlic Herbs

  1. Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large, heavy-bottomed saucepan over medium heat.
  2. Add 4 minced cloves of garlic and 1 finely chopped shallot. Sauté for 2 minutes, until fragrant.
  3. Stir in 1/4 cup of chopped fresh herbs and cook for another minute.
  4. Add 2 pounds of scrubbed littleneck clams, 1/2 cup of dry sherry, and 1/2 cup of bottled clam juice.
  5. Cover the saucepan and cook until the clams open, about 5-7 minutes. Discard any clams that do not open.
  6. Remove from heat and stir in 2 tablespoons of butter until melted and incorporated into the sauce.
  7. Using tongs, carefully divide the clams among 4 soup bowls.
  8. Ladle the flavorful broth over the clams and garnish with 2 thinly sliced green onions.
  9. Serve immediately with crusty bread for dipping.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

5 g

Sugar

5g

Fat

41g

Carbs

2g