Garlic Butter Clams with Lemon

Indulge in the rich flavors of fresh clams sautéed in a delicious garlic butter sauce, finished with a squeeze of zesty lemon. This dish is quick to prepare and makes for a perfect main course that’s both elegant and satisfying.

Main Dish
easy 15 min 350 cal
Steps

1. In a medium skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. 2. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant. 3. Pour in the white wine and bring to a gentle boil. 4. Add the cleaned clams to the skillet and cover. Cook for about 5-7 minutes or until the clams open up. 5. Discard any clams that remain closed. 6. Stir in the chopped parsley, lemon zest, and a squeeze of lemon juice. Season with salt and pepper to taste. 7. Serve hot with crusty bread to soak up the delicious sauce.

Ingredients

200g fresh clams (cleaned) 2 tablespoons unsalted butter 2 cloves garlic (minced) 1/4 cup white wine (or vegetable broth) 1 tablespoon fresh parsley (chopped) Salt and pepper to taste 1 lemon (for zest and juice) Crusty bread (for serving)

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