Clams with Radish Soup/ Good for Summer days

clams

🥗Healthier: mussels

💰Cheaper: canned clams

Mussels are often more affordable and provide a similar flavor.

fish sauce

🥗Healthier: soy sauce

💰Cheaper: salt

Soy sauce is a lower sodium alternative, while salt is more accessible.

radishes

🥗Healthier: daikon

💰Cheaper: turnips

Daikon offers a similar texture and taste, while turnips are often less expensive.

lime

🥗Healthier: lemon

💰Cheaper: vinegar

Lemon provides a similar acidity, while vinegar is a cost-effective substitute.

Clean clams under cold water to remove sand and grit.

Soak clams in salted water for 30 minutes to purge any remaining sand.

Heat oil in a pot over medium heat until shimmering.

Add celery and sauté until fragrant.

Pour in hot water and bring to a boil.

Add fresh radish, dry radish, and chicken powder, then reduce heat to a simmer.

Add cleaned clams and cover the pot, cooking until clams open, about 5-7 minutes.

Discard any clams that do not open.

Add noodles and season with sugar to taste.

Garnish with chopped green onions before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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