Garlic & White Wine Steamed Clams 🤩 Recipe - Episode 1004

white wine

🥗Healthier: non-alcoholic wine

💰Cheaper: chicken broth

Chicken broth provides a savory flavor without alcohol.

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil is a healthier fat option.

parsley

🥗Healthier: cilantro

💰Cheaper: green onions

Green onions add freshness at a lower cost.

lemon

🥗Healthier: lime

💰Cheaper: vinegar

Vinegar can provide acidity without the cost of fresh citrus.

In a large pot over medium heat, add butter and olive oil.

When the oil starts shimmering, add finely diced shallots and red peppers.

Sauté shallots and red peppers for 1 minute.

Add pressed or chopped garlic, dried tarragon, and red pepper flakes; sauté for 1 minute.

Pour in dry white wine and bring the mixture to a simmer.

Add cleaned and scrubbed clams, stir very well, cover the pot, and steam for 5 to 7 minutes or until fully opened.

Pour in freshly squeezed lemon juice and add fresh chopped parsley; stir one more time before serving.

Serve in warm bowls along with crusty bread or garlic bread.

Discard any clams that did not open.

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