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Instructions
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Add clams to a large bowl of ice water and let soak for 30 minutes, up to an hour, to release any excess sand and dirt.
2
In a large skillet (with lid available), heat 1 tablespoon olive oil and 1 tablespoon ghee over medium heat. Once heated, add in garlic and shallot and cook for about 3 minutes. Add vegetable broth and white wine vinegar and bring to a boil. Simmer for 3 to 5 minutes.
3
Add cleaned, drained clams and place lid on the pan. Steam for 5 to 6 minutes, until the shells all completely open.
4
Turn off heat and season with salt, red pepper flakes and the juice of 1 lemon. Add in remaining 2 tablespoons of ghee and sprinkle with fresh, chopped parsley.
5
Spoon clams and broth into a bowl or onto a plate of spiralized vegetables or spaghetti squash. Serve.
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Tips & Tricks (5)
- Purge Your Clams First 🧂Soak clams in salted ice water for 20-30 minutes before cooking to remove sand and grit, ensuring a clean, pleasant eating experience.
- Build Aromatics Slowly 🧅Cook shallots and garlic in olive oil over medium heat for 2-3 minutes before adding wine to develop deep, sweet flavors that complement the briny clams.
- High Heat = Open Shells Fast ⚡Keep your liquid at a rolling boil once clams are added so they open quickly and evenly; clams that cook slowly become rubbery and tough.
- Discard the Slow Openers 🚫Remove opened clams as they finish and discard any that haven't opened after 5 minutes—they may contain bacteria or be dead before cooking.
- Finish with Cold Ghee 🧈Stir in a knob of ghee just before serving to create a luxurious, glossy sauce that emulsifies with the broth and enhances richness without overwhelming delicate clam flavor.
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Low Sugar
High Protein
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