Best 5 Steamed Clams With Jalapeño Butter Recipes

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Craving a seafood delicacy that's both flavorful and easy to prepare? Look no further than steamed clams with jalapeño butter, a delightful dish that combines the briny sweetness of clams with a spicy, savory butter sauce. This recipe offers a step-by-step guide to creating this delectable meal, ensuring tender clams cooked to perfection and a luscious butter sauce that tantalizes your taste buds.

Alongside the main recipe, you'll also find variations that cater to diverse preferences and dietary restrictions. For those who prefer a milder heat level, there's an option to adjust the amount of jalapeño used in the butter sauce. If you're watching your calorie intake, a lighter version of the butter sauce is provided, using a combination of olive oil and butter. And for those with shellfish allergies or following a vegetarian diet, there's a meatless alternative featuring steamed vegetables in a flavorful broth.

Whether you're a seafood enthusiast or simply seeking a new culinary adventure, steamed clams with jalapeño butter promises an unforgettable dining experience. With its simple yet stunning presentation, this dish is perfect for casual gatherings or special occasions. So gather your ingredients, prepare your steamer, and get ready to indulge in the deliciousness of steamed clams with jalapeño butter.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

BUTTERY GARLIC STEAMED CLAMS



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Just 15 minutes is all you need for these steamed clams in a velvety, buttery garlic wine sauce!

Provided by Amy

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 7

5 tablespoons Finlandia Unsalted Butter, divided
1 tablespoon fresh minced garlic
1 cup white wine
1 tablespoon lemon juice
3 dozen little neck clams, rinsed and scrubbed
1/3 cup chopped fresh Italian parsley
Wedges from 1 lemon for garnish, if desired

Steps:

  • In a large skillet (that has a lid), melt 2-1/2 tablespoons of the butter over medium heat. Add garlic and cook, stirring constantly, until fragrant (about 30 seconds).
  • Add wine and lemon juice. Bring to a boil.
  • Add clams and remaining butter. Cover and steam until clams have opened (about 7-8 minutes). Occasionally shake skillet while steaming.
  • Discard any clams that do not open. Sprinkle evenly with parsley and garnish with lemon wedges, if desired. Serve with a french baguette or over a bed of cooked pasta.

STEAMED CLAMS WITH GARLIC-PARSLEY BUTTER AND LEEKS



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These beautiful clams are strongly flavored with the same kind of garlicky emerald-green butter that's used on escargots, also known as snail butter. It's just three ingredients - butter, garlic and parsley - so how you handle them matters: For an intense green color, use a food processor to chop the parsley as finely as possible. This is meant to be a small first course, just four or five clams per person, but feel free to increase the quantities for larger servings or to serve as a main course.

Provided by David Tanis

Categories     dinner, weekday, seafood, appetizer

Time 20m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/2 cup unsalted butter (1 stick), softened
1 cup roughly chopped parsley, leaves and tender stems
1 or 2 small garlic cloves, grated or minced
Kosher salt and black pepper
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
1 cup chopped leeks (from 2 medium leeks), white and light green parts only
24 littleneck clams, scrubbed and rinsed (about 2 to 3 pounds)
1 1/2 cups dry white wine
1/2 teaspoon grated lime zest
2 tablespoons lime juice
Lime wedges, for garnish

Steps:

  • Make the garlic butter: Combine butter, parsley and garlic in a food processor. Whiz until bright green and well incorporated, about 1 minute. Season lightly with salt and pepper. (You may make the garlic butter in advance and refrigerate it for up to 2 days or freeze for up to 2 weeks, but it tastes best freshly made.)
  • Set a wide, deep skillet or Dutch oven over medium-high heat, add olive oil and swirl to coat. Add leeks, stir to coat, and cook for 30 seconds, then add clams and wine.
  • Turn heat to high, cover and cook for 5 to 8 minutes, until all clams have opened. With a slotted spoon or tongs, transfer clams to individual bowls.
  • In the same skillet, over medium heat, add lime zest, lime juice and butter, and let simmer briefly, about 30 seconds, until warmed through. Pour sauce over clams, garnish with lime wedges and serve.

STEAMED CLAMS



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Provided by Robert Irvine : Food Network

Categories     appetizer

Time 25m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

6 dozen fresh clams (littlenecks or middlenecks, your choice)
3 tablespoons grapeseed oil
4 cloves garlic, chopped
1 large onion, chopped
1 cup white wine
2 cups clam juice or water
Chopped parsley leaves
Salt and pepper
1/2 cup melted butter (1 stick)

Steps:

  • Wash the clams thoroughly and remove any blemishes. They should have no odor. Heat oil in a large saucepan (with a cover) over medium heat and cook garlic and onion until translucent. Add the wine and let cook for a couple of minutes to combine the flavors. Add the clams and clam juice (or water) and cover the pan for about 10 minutes until the clams open. Discard any clams that do not open and remove clams to serving bowls. Season the juices in the pan with salt and pepper to make a sauce. Pour the sauce and melted butter over the clams.

CLAMS WITH JALAPEñO, LEMON, AND BASIL



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Categories     Garlic     Pepper     Steam     Low Carb     Quick & Easy     Lemon     Basil     Clam     White Wine     Summer     Bon Appétit

Yield Makes 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/4 cup (1/2 stick) butter
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon minced jalapeño chiles
1 cup canned tomato sauce
1/2 cup dry white wine
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
6 pounds littleneck clams, scrubbed
1/2 cup chopped fresh basil
1 1/2 tablespoons grated lemon peel

Steps:

  • Melt butter in very large pot over medium-high heat. Add minced garlic and jalapeño; stir until garlic is golden, about 2 minutes. Add tomato sauce, wine, and lemon juice and bring to boil. Add clams; cover and boil until clams open, about 9 minutes (discard any clams that do not open). Add basil and lemon peel. Season with pepper. Transfer clams and sauce to large bowl and serve.

STEAMED CLAMS



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The recipe that follows is for a mess of clams, which on the eastern end of Long Island translates as a cool 100 littleneck hard-shell clams. You can certainly cook fewer of them, particularly if all you can find is the larger cherrystone clam, but a reasonable human can eat two dozen clams at a sitting, mopping up the broth with crusty bread. You can add herbs or other aromatics to the steaming liquid (thyme or garlic, say, or cilantro, parsley, tarragon). You can add chorizo or bacon. The point is just to create steam, and to allow the clams to open within it. Eat the clams with the liquid from the interior of their shells, and perhaps some melted butter. A fiery jalapeño brown butter is currently a favorite dip.

Provided by Sam Sifton

Categories     dinner, easy, lunch, quick, main course

Time 10m

Yield 8 to 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 4

100 littleneck clams
1 tablespoon unsalted butter
1/4 cup diced chorizo or bacon, optional
2 cups beer, approximately 1 can or bottle

Steps:

  • Carefully scrub the clams under cold running water to remove sand and grit, then set aside.
  • Melt the butter in a large pot set over medium heat, and when it foams, add the chorizo or bacon, and allow it to crisp, stirring occasionally, approximately 5 minutes.
  • Add the beer to the pot (use just 1 cup if cooking 50 or fewer clams), and allow to heat through, then carefully add the clams in layers. Cover the pot, and allow the clams to steam and open, approximately 10 to 12 minutes. Serve in the pot, or use tongs or a slotted spoon to remove clams to a platter, and serve alongside a bowl of the remaining clam broth and melted butter.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 155, UnsaturatedFat 1 gram, Carbohydrate 7 grams, Fat 3 grams, Protein 22 grams, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 874 milligrams, Sugar 0 grams, TransFat 0 grams

Tips:

  • Choose fresh clams: Look for clams that are tightly closed and have a briny smell. Avoid any clams that are open or have a foul odor.
  • Scrub the clams well: Before cooking, scrub the clams under cold water to remove any dirt or grit.
  • Use a large pot: Clams will release a lot of liquid as they steam, so it's important to use a large pot that can accommodate them all.
  • Don't overcrowd the pot: If you overcrowd the pot, the clams will not steam evenly and may not open properly.
  • Steam the clams until they open: Clams are done steaming when they open up. Discard any clams that do not open.
  • Serve the clams immediately: Steamed clams are best served immediately with melted butter and your favorite dipping sauce.

Conclusion:

Steamed clams are a delicious and easy-to-make seafood dish. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a flavorful and satisfying meal that's perfect for any occasion. Whether you're serving them as an appetizer or a main course, steamed clams are sure to be a hit with your family and friends.

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