CLAMS AND CHOURICO

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These clams are steamed in dark beer with chourico sausage and red onions for a full flavored meal.

Provided by SKISMITTY

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Tapas

Time 30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 12

24 small clams in shell, scrubbed
¼ cup cornmeal
¼ cup olive oil
3 cloves garlic, minced
8 ounces chourico sausage, diced
1 medium red onion, sliced
1 pinch red pepper flakes
1 (12 fluid ounce) can or bottle dark beer
1 (8 ounce) bottle clam juice
1 (28 ounce) can crushed roma tomatoes
3 tablespoons chopped fresh oregano
1 pinch salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Place clams in a large pot with enough water to cover. Stir in cornmeal. Let stand for about 20 minutes. Rinse clams thoroughly before cooking.
  • Heat the olive oil and garlic in a large pot over medium heat. When the garlic is fragrant, add the chourico, onion, and red pepper flakes. Cook for 2 or 3 minutes, then pour in about 3/4 of the beer. Let simmer for a few more minutes, then add the clam juice, tomatoes, and rinsed clams.
  • Cover, and simmer until all clams have opened. Season with oregano, salt and pepper before serving. Drink or discard remaining beer.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 435.3 calories, Carbohydrate 23.2 g, Cholesterol 45.6 mg, Fat 30.5 g, Fiber 2.9 g, Protein 12.9 g, SaturatedFat 7.8 g, Sodium 910.4 mg, Sugar 6.2 g

Constance Dera
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This is the best clams and chourico recipe I've ever tried.


Joy Ukuesa
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I'm not a big fan of seafood, but I loved this dish.


Ayan Azeem
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This dish is perfect for a summer party.


Lorain Alexander
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I love the way the clams and chourico pair together in this dish.


Priyanka Yadav
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This is a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal.


Joshan Tiwari
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I made this dish for my family and they loved it. The clams were cooked perfectly and the sauce was flavorful.


Shawaal Ahmad
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This dish is perfect for a special occasion. It's elegant and delicious.


Mudasir Tunio
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I love the combination of clams and chourico in this dish. It's so flavorful and satisfying.


Chad McElrath
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit. The clams are always tender and the sauce is delicious.


Brit Montgomery
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This is my favorite clams and chourico recipe. It's so flavorful and the clams are always cooked perfectly.


War Shadow
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I love this dish! It's so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Amy Smith
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This recipe is a keeper! I've made it several times and it's always a hit. The clams are always cooked perfectly and the sauce is delicious.


Gubar is back Is back
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I made this dish for a party and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it. I especially liked the combination of the clams and the chourico.


Brandie Cambio
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This dish was easy to make and turned out great! The clams were cooked perfectly and the sauce was flavorful. I served it over rice and it was a hit with my family.


Dr.Shahzaib Ali
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I'm not a huge fan of clams, but I decided to try this recipe anyway. I was pleasantly surprised! The clams were tender and flavorful, and the chourico added a nice spicy kick. I'll definitely be making this again.


Shahbaz Bhatti
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This clams and chourico dish was absolutely delicious! The flavors were bold and rich, and the clams were cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.