Steamed Clams or Mussels, Unleashed
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Makes 4 servings 1x
Time 30 minutes
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 large shallot or small red onion, chopped
- 1/2 cup white wine, beer (ale is nice), or water
- 4 to 6 pounds clams or mussels, well washed
- Fresh parsley leaves or sprigs for garnish
- Lemon wedges for serving
Instructions
1. Put the oil in a saucepan large enough to hold all the clams or mussels over medium heat. When hot, add the shallot and cook, stirring occasionally, until it begins to soften, 5 minutes.
2. Add the liquid along with the clams or mussels, turn the heat up to high, and cover the pot. Cook, shaking the pot occasionally, until they all (or nearly all) open, about 10 minutes. Turn off the heat.
3. Scoop the clams into a serving bowl. Remove as many shallots as you can with a slotted spoon and scatter them on top. Pour or ladle off the accumulated liquid, leaving any sediment in the bottom of the pan, and pour it over the clams. Garnish with parsley and serve with the lemon wedges.
— Recipe from How to Cook Everything
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