Garlic Butter Steamed Clams

Tender clams steamed in a rich garlic butter and white wine sauce, enhanced with fresh herbs. A simple yet flavorful seafood main dish perfect for a quick and elegant meal.

Main Dish
Easy 20 min 350 cal
Steps

1. Rinse and scrub the clams under cold running water to remove any sand. 2. In a large pan, melt the butter over medium heat. 3. Add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute. 4. Pour in the white wine and bring to a simmer. 5. Add the clams to the pan, cover with a lid, and steam for 5-7 minutes until all clams have opened. 6. Discard any clams that remain closed. 7. Sprinkle with chopped parsley, season with salt and pepper, and squeeze lemon juice over the clams. 8. Serve immediately with crusty bread to soak up the sauce.

Ingredients

500g fresh clams, cleaned 2 tbsp unsalted butter 3 cloves garlic, minced 1/4 cup dry white wine 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped Salt and pepper to taste 1 lemon wedge

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