Steamed Clams in Wine

Steamed Clams in Wine

Indulge in the irresistible flavors of this Spicy Stir-Fried Clams recipe, a dish that’s bursting with umami, spice, and aromatic depth. Fresh clams are meticulously cleaned to ensure a grit-free texture, then stir-fried with garlic, ginger, and dried red chili for a fragrant kick. The magic happens when cooking wine is added, steaming the clams to tender perfection and infusing them with rich flavor. A touch of butter and light soy sauce enhances the natural sweetness of the clams, while chopped scallions add a fresh finish. Quick, easy, and packed with bold flavors, this dish is perfect for seafood lovers craving a restaurant-quality meal at home. Serve it hot for a mouthwatering appetizer or main course that’s sure to impress!

10 Minutes
Medium
4 servings
Recipe Hot Dishes

Ingredients

Metric US
4 serving

Main Ingredients

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clams
500g

The aromatics

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ginger
10g (thin strips)
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garlic
2 cloves (sliced)
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scallions
30g (chopped)
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dried red chili
2 pieces

The sauce & seasonings

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cooking wine
50ml
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butter
10g

Instructions

1. Step 1

Step 1
Rinse the clams in a pot and let them spit out the sand for a day, changing the water several times during this period.

2. Step 2

Step 2
Slice the garlic, cut the ginger into strips, and chop the scallions for later use. Heat oil in a wok, add ginger, garlic, and dried red chili to stir-fry until fragrant.

3. Step 3

Step 3
After draining the clams, add them to the wok and stir-fry, then immediately add a large amount of cooking wine, cover the lid, and simmer.

4. Step 4

Step 4
After opening the lid, each clam should be open (clams that cannot be opened are dead), add some soy sauce (using light soy sauce), add a small piece of butter, sprinkle a handful of chopped scallions, and stir-fry over high heat for a few times before serving.

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