Spanish Style Clams
Transport your taste buds to the sun-drenched coasts of Spain with this vibrant and savory Spanish-Style Clams recipe. Featuring succulent fresh clams simmered in a richly spiced tomato and white wine sauce, this dish showcases the bold flavors of smoked paprika, garlic, and a hint of crushed red pepper flakes for a tantalizing kick. Perfectly balanced with the freshness of chopped parsley, this one-pan delight is quick and easy, coming together in just 35 minutes. Serve with crusty bread to soak up every drop of the aromatic broth—ideal for a crowd-pleasing appetizer or a light, flavorful main course. Bursting with Mediterranean charm, this recipe will bring a touch of Spanish flair to your dining table!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pounds Fresh clams
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 4 units Garlic cloves, minced
- 1 medium Yellow onion, finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon Crushed red pepper flakes
- 14 ounces Diced tomatoes (canned)
- 1 cup Dry white wine
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped
- to taste Salt
- to taste Black pepper
- 1 loaf Crusty bread (for serving)
Instructions
1. Thoroughly clean the clams by scrubbing the shells under cold water and removing any grit. Discard any clams that are cracked or do not close when tapped.
2. Heat the olive oil in a large, deep skillet or pan over medium heat.
3. Add the minced garlic and chopped onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes, or until the onion becomes translucent and fragrant.
4. Stir in the smoked paprika and crushed red pepper flakes, and cook for an additional 30 seconds to release the spices' flavors.
5. Add the diced tomatoes and white wine to the pan, stirring well to combine. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
6. Bring the sauce to a simmer and allow it to cook for about 5 minutes, letting the flavors meld together.
7. Carefully add the cleaned clams to the pan, ensuring they are evenly distributed. Cover the pan with a lid and cook for 6-8 minutes, or until the clams have opened. Discard any clams that remain closed after cooking.
8. Sprinkle the freshly chopped parsley over the clams and give the pan a gentle shake to distribute the parsley evenly.
9. Serve the Spanish-style clams immediately in the pan or transfer to a large serving dish. Accompany with slices of crusty bread for dipping into the flavorful sauce.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2090 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 49.3 g | 63% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.7 g | 34% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 608 mg | 203% | |
| Sodium | 1554 mg | 68% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 115.5 g | 42% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.0 g | 32% | |
| Total Sugars | 21.0 g | ||
| Protein | 243.1 g | 486% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1003 mg | 77% | |
| Iron | 259.2 mg | 1440% | |
| Potassium | 7001 mg | 149% | |
*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.
