Steamed Spicy Clams

A simple, flavorful spicy clam dish that’s sure to please the appetite. They can be served as an appetizer or a main dish with pasta.

Spicy clammy goodness, wrapped up in garlic, butter and hot red pepper flakes. Add two cups of wine, and you’ve got yourself dinner and a drink! In my vast archive of recipes and my desire to always try something new, I sometimes forget to visit my old favorites.

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Spicy Grilled Pork Neck Salad

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• Yield: 2 servings 1x

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Ingredients

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• ½ cup real butter
• 5 large cloves of fresh garlic (coarsely chopped)
• 2 cups dry white wine
• 1 tablespoon heaping dried oregano
• 1 tablespoon heaping dried parsley
• 2 teaspoons crushed red pepper flakes
• 36–50 fresh clams

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Instructions

1. Prep fresh clams by placing them in cool tap water and adding ½ teaspoon of black pepper.
2. Heat butter over skillet on medium high heat until melted. Add garlic and cook for 2 minutes or until fragrant.
3. Add white wine and spices until simmering. Add clams and cover.
4. Cook over medium heat until clams open, approximately 5-10 minutes until clams open. Discard any clams that do not open.
5. Serve in bowls and ladle broth over them!

• Category: Main, Side
• Cuisine: Italian