Whole30 Steamed Clams
Clams are one of the most delicious and affordable seafood options during the winter months. They’re also a cinch to steam, resulting in a restaurant-quality meal in just about 15 minutes.
Servings: 2
Ingredients
- 2 pounds clams soaked and cleaned
- 4 garlic cloves minced
- 1 large shallot diced small
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 3 tablespoons ghee divided
- 1 cup vegetable broth
- 2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- Pinch red pepper flakes
- 1 lemon
- ½ cup fresh parsley chopped
Instructions
- 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.
- 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.
- Add cleaned, drained clams and place lid on the pan. Steam for 5 to 6 minutes, until the shells all completely open.
- 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.
- Spoon clams and broth into a bowl or onto a plate of spiralized vegetables or spaghetti squash. Serve.