Clams with White Wine
Delight your taste buds with this elegant yet effortless recipe for Clams with White Wine. Fresh clams are steamed to perfection in a fragrant broth of dry white wine, garlic, and shallots, creating a dish that's brimming with coastal-inspired flavor. A touch of butter, parsley, and a squeeze of lemon elevate the sauce into a luxurious companion perfect for soaking up with slices of crusty bread. This one-pan dish is ready in just 30 minutes, making it ideal for both weeknight dinners and dinner parties. Whether you're searching for a light, seafood-forward appetizer or a simple main course, this recipe combines sophistication with simplicity. Perfectly briny, buttery, and bright, it’s a seaside escape on your plate!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pounds Fresh clams
- 3 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 large Shallots
- 4 cloves Garlic cloves
- 1 cup Dry white wine
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley
- 0.5 teaspoons Red pepper flakes
- 0.25 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Freshly ground black pepper
- 1 whole Lemon
- 1 loaf Crusty bread
Instructions
Scrub the clams under cold running water to remove any sand or debris. Discard any clams that are open and do not close when tapped.
Finely chop the shallots and mince the garlic cloves.
Heat a large, deep skillet over medium heat. Add the olive oil and let it warm up for about a minute.
Add the chopped shallots and cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring often, until they are soft and translucent.
Add the minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds, being careful not to let it burn.
Pour in the dry white wine and increase the heat to medium-high. Let it simmer for about 2 minutes to reduce slightly.
Add the clams to the skillet, cover with a lid, and cook for 6-8 minutes, shaking the pan occasionally, until the clams open. Discard any clams that remain closed.
Reduce the heat to low and stir in the butter until melted. Sprinkle in the red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper.
Chop the fresh parsley and stir it into the skillet. Squeeze half a lemon over the clams for added brightness.
Serve the clams immediately with the sauce, accompanied by slices of crusty bread for dipping. Garnish with additional parsley and lemon wedges, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3547 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 102.3 g | 131% | |
| Saturated Fat | 26.8 g | 134% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 670 mg | 223% | |
| Sodium | 3678 mg | 160% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 325.9 g | 119% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.7 g | 52% | |
| Total Sugars | 20.5 g | ||
| Protein | 280.0 g | 560% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1118 mg | 86% | |
| Iron | 270.2 mg | 1501% | |
| Potassium | 6861 mg | 146% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
