Littleneck Clams with White Wine

Name: Littleneck Clams with White Wine
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 60 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: {'ingredient': 'Littleneck clams', 'amount': '2 pounds, cleaned'}; {'ingredient': 'Olive oil', 'amount': '2 tablespoons'}; {'ingredient': 'Unsalted butter', 'amount': '2 tablespoons'}; {'ingredient': 'Garlic', 'amount': '4 cloves, minced'}; {'ingredient': 'White wine', 'amount': '1 cup (preferably dry white wine)'}; {'ingredient': 'Fresh parsley', 'amount': '1/4 cup, chopped'}; {'ingredient': 'Salt', 'amount': 'to taste'}; {'ingredient': 'Black pepper', 'amount': 'to taste'}

Experience the taste of the sea with this delightful recipe for Littleneck Clams cooked in a fragrant white wine sauce. This dish strikes the perfect balance between simplicity and sophistication, making it a fantastic choice for a light dinner or a stunning appetizer. The clams, tender and juicy, absorb the aromatic flavors of garlic, fresh parsley, and a splash of white wine, creating a dish that feels both coastal and elegant. Perfectly paired with crusty bread to soak up the savory sauce, this recipe is sure to impress your guests and transport you to a seaside restaurant. Historically, clams have been enjoyed since ancient times, with evidence of their consumption dating back to the Native American tribes of the Northeast, who gathered them along the shores.

Servings: 4

Ingredients

Littleneck clams (2 pounds, cleaned)
Olive oil (2 tablespoons)
Unsalted butter (2 tablespoons)
Garlic (4 cloves, minced)
White wine (1 cup (preferably dry white wine))
Fresh parsley (1/4 cup, chopped)
Salt (to taste)
Black pepper (to taste)

Instructions

Begin by thoroughly cleaning the littleneck clams under cold running water, scrubbing the shells to remove any sand or grit.
In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Once hot, add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute, or until fragrant but not browned.
Carefully add the cleaned clams to the pot, followed by the white wine, butter, chopped parsley, salt, and pepper.
Cover the pot with a lid and cook for 10-15 minutes, or until the clams have opened. Discard any clams that do not open, as they are not safe to eat.
Once cooked, give the clams a gentle stir to coat them in the delicious sauce. Serve immediately, garnished with additional parsley if desired, and alongside crusty bread to soak up the flavorful broth.

Dietary Information

Servings: 4 • Dish Type: Appetizer/Seafood • Prep Time: 10 minutes • Cook Time: 15 minutes • Calories: 250 • Fat: 12g • Carbs: 5g • Protein: 20g • Sodium: 300mg • Sugar: 0g

Littleneck Clams with White Wine

Servings: 4

Ingredients

Instructions

Dietary Information

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