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Feast of the Seven Fishes

Cultural Context

The Feast of the Seven Fishes is a traditional Italian-American celebration held on Christmas Eve, originating from Southern Italy. It symbolizes the wait for the birth of Jesus and is a way to honor the Catholic tradition of abstaining from meat. Families gather to enjoy a variety of seafood dishes, showcasing regional specialties and personal recipes. Today, it has gained popularity beyond Italian communities, becoming a festive occasion for many during the holiday season.

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8 servings
Servings4
1 ½ lb. of fresh clams
2 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil
½ cup finely chopped onions
3 garlic cloves, thickly sliced
1 cup of finely diced tomatoes
1 cup of white wine
1 tablespoon of finely chopped parsley
1

Pour the oil into the pan and cook over medium heat.

2

Add the red pepper flakes and the onions. Stir and cook for about 3-5 minutes.

3

Add the garlic, stir and cook for two more minutes.

4

Add the tomatoes, stir and cook one more minute.

5

Add the clams to the tomato mixture in the pan.

6

Add the wine and the parsley, increase the heat to medium-high and bring to a boil stirring well.

7

Cover the pan, reduce the heat to medium and cook until all the clams have opened—about 3 to 5 minutes.

8

Dispose of the clams that have not opened.

9

Take all the clams out of the pan, place them in a bowl, and set them aside.

10

Finish the sauce in the pan by increasing the heat to medium-high, stirring the sauce left in the pan. Cook stirring well for 1-2 minutes.

11

Turn off the heat and add the softened butter. Stir well until it has completely melted.

12

Plate the clams and pour some of the sauce in the pan on top of each serving.

Dietary

pescatarian

Allergens

fishshellfishgluten
Local Name: Festa dei Sette Pesci

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