Unbelievable Clams and Garlic

Dive into the irresistible flavors of "Unbelievable Clams and Garlic," a dish that combines delicate, briny clams with a luxurious garlic-infused wine broth. This quick and easy recipe is perfect for seafood lovers, featuring fresh clams simmered in a blend of olive oil, unsalted butter, dry white wine, and chicken or vegetable broth, with a touch of red pepper flakes for subtle heat. Finished with a squeeze of lemon juice and fragrant parsley, it's bursting with vibrant, savory notes. Serve this versatile dish with crusty bread to sop up the rich, garlicky broth or pair it with cooked pasta for a filling seafood feast. Ready in just 30 minutes, this showstopping recipe is ideal for weeknight dinners or entertaining guests. Keywords: clams and garlic recipe, seafood dish, garlic wine broth, easy seafood dinner, quick dinner recipe.

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 pounds Fresh clams
• 3 tablespoons Olive oil
• 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
• 6 Garlic cloves, minced
• 1 cup Dry white wine
• 1 cup Chicken or vegetable broth
• 0.5 teaspoons Red pepper flakes
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped
• 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
• 0 to taste Salt
• 0 to taste Black pepper
• 0 Crusty bread or cooked pasta (optional, for serving)

Directions

Step 1

Scrub the clams thoroughly to remove any sand or grit. Discard any clams that are cracked or do not close when tapped.

Step 2

Heat the olive oil and butter in a large, deep skillet or pot over medium heat until the butter melts and begins to foam.

Step 3

Add the minced garlic and red pepper flakes to the skillet. Cook, stirring constantly, for 1–2 minutes until fragrant, being careful not to burn the garlic.

Step 4

Pour in the white wine and chicken or vegetable broth. Bring the mixture to a simmer and let it cook for 3–4 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.

Step 5

Add the clams to the skillet, cover with a lid, and increase the heat to medium-high. Cook for 6–8 minutes, shaking the pan occasionally, until the clams open. Discard any clams that do not open after cooking.

Step 6

Remove the skillet from the heat. Stir in the chopped parsley and lemon juice. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.

Step 7

Serve the clams immediately in shallow bowls, ladling the garlic and wine broth over them. Pair with crusty bread for soaking up the sauce or serve over cooked pasta for a heartier meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1560.8 grams (1560.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2323

Total Fat 87.00g	112%
Saturated Fat 23.00g	115%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.00g
Cholesterol 670mg	223%
Sodium 4052mg	176%
Total Carbohydrate 91.30g	33%
Dietary Fiber 2.80g	10%
Total Sugars 4.30g
Protein 240.20g	480%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 946mg	73%
Iron 258mg	1432%
Potassium 6167mg	131%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 37.1%

Protein: 45.6%

Carbs: 17.3%