LINGUINE WITH CLAMS IN BLACK BEAN SAUCE

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Categories     Scotch     Ginger     Pasta     Shellfish     Clam     Soy Sauce     Gourmet

Yield Serves 4

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 cup water
30 small (about 2-inch) hard-shelled clams, scrubbed well
2 tablespoons cornstarch
3 tablespoons soy sauce
2 tablespoons Scotch
2 tablespoons rice vinegar
1 tablespoon sugar
3 tablespoons vegetable oil
3 tablespoons minced peeled fresh gingerroot
2 1/2 tablespoons dried fermented black beans*, rinsed well, drained, and chopped
2 tablespoons minced garlic
3/4 pound linguine
2 scallions, halved lengthwise and cut crosswise into 1-inch pieces
*available at Asian markets

Steps:

  • In a kettle bring the water to a boil with the clams and steam the clams, covered, checking them occasionally and transferring them as they open with a slotted spoon to a large bowl, for 3 to 8 minutes. Discard any unopened clams, strain the broth through a fine sieve into a large glass measure, and if necessary add enough water to measure a total of 1 1/2 cups. Discard the shells, rinse any clams that feel sandy, and chop the clams.
  • Stir the cornstarch into the clam broth and stir in the soy sauce, the Scotch, the vinegar, and the sugar. In a wok or large heavy skillet heat the oil over moderately high heat until it just begins to smoke and in it stir-fry the gingerroot, the black beans, and the garlic for 30 seconds, or until the mixture is fragrant. Stir the cornstarch mixture, add it to the wok, stirring, and bring the sauce to a boil, stirring. Simmer the sauce, stirring, for 2 minutes and keep it warm.
  • In a kettle of salted boiling water cook the linguine until it is al dente, drain it, and add it to the wok with the clams and the scallions. Cook the mixture over moderate heat, tossing the linguine, until it is heated through and the linguine is coated well with the sauce.

Angel Body
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Can't wait to make this!


Happiness Eyo
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This looks amazing!


Jayden Keller
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Definitely trying this tonight!


ISO
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Yum!


Emmanuel Ogbuagu
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5 stars!


Md Ms
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I highly recommend this recipe. It's a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is sure to become a family favorite.


Ashokashok Ashok
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This is one of my favorite recipes. It's always a crowd-pleaser, and it's a great way to use up leftover clams.


XrrJoe_123 the best
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The leftovers of this dish are even better the next day. The flavors meld together even more, and the sauce becomes even more flavorful.


Salome Foster
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I love that this dish is so versatile. I've made it with different types of clams, and I've even used shrimp instead of clams. It's always delicious.


Ashley Banga
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This dish is perfect for a weeknight meal. It's quick and easy to make, and it's always a hit with my family.


Mr Rana
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I added a bit of chopped cilantro to the dish before serving. It added a fresh, herbaceous flavor that really brightened up the dish.


Gemma Woodroofe
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The linguine was cooked al dente, which is the perfect texture for this dish. It held up well to the sauce and didn't get mushy.


Usman armani
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The clams were cooked perfectly. They were tender and juicy, and they added a briny flavor to the dish.


Spoonerusm
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The black bean sauce is the star of the show. It's so flavorful and addictive, I could eat it on its own.


Karlos delgado
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I love the simplicity of this recipe. With just a few ingredients, I was able to create a restaurant-quality meal at home.


Daimamir
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This linguine with clams in black bean sauce is a delightful dish that is both easy to make and bursting with flavor. The combination of the tender clams, the savory black bean sauce, and the perfectly cooked linguine is simply irresistible.