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Flavorful Garlic White Wine Steamed Clams Recipe with Easy Crusty Sourdough

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A quick and comforting recipe featuring fresh clams steamed in a garlicky white wine broth, served with crusty sourdough bread to soak up the flavorful juices.

Ingredients

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  • 2 pounds littleneck or manila clams, scrubbed and rinsed
  • 4 large garlic cloves, finely minced
  • 1 cup dry white wine (Sauvignon Blanc or Pinot Grigio)
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
  • Juice of half a lemon
  • Pinch of red pepper flakes (optional)
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 1 loaf crusty sourdough bread, sliced

Instructions

  1. Place clams in a large bowl of cold water and let sit for 20-30 minutes to purge sand. Rinse under cold running water, scrubbing shells gently. Discard any clams with cracked or open shells that don’t close when tapped.
  2. Mince garlic and chop parsley; set aside.
  3. Heat a large pot over medium heat. Add butter and melt gently. When it starts to foam, add minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant and lightly golden, avoiding browning.
  4. Pour in white wine and increase heat to medium-high. Simmer for 2-3 minutes to reduce slightly.
  5. Add red pepper flakes if using, then add clams to the pot. Stir gently to coat clams in broth.
  6. Cover pot with lid and steam clams for 5-7 minutes, shaking pot occasionally. Clams are done when they open wide.
  7. Discard any unopened clams.
  8. Remove pot from heat. Stir in fresh parsley and lemon juice. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
  9. Slice sourdough bread and toast lightly if desired. Serve alongside clams for dipping into the broth.

Notes

Use fresh clams that are tightly closed or close when tapped for safety. Avoid overcooking clams to prevent toughness. Shake pot gently during steaming to ensure even cooking. For dairy-free version, substitute butter with olive oil. If clams have grit, strain broth before serving. Toast sourdough bread just before serving for best texture.

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Keywords: clams, garlic, white wine, steamed clams, seafood, sourdough, easy dinner, quick recipe, shellfish

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