Beer-Steamed Soft-Shell Clams

Gluten Free
Health score
1%
Beer-Steamed Soft-Shell Clams
130 min.
8
255kcal

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Indulge in a culinary experience that celebrates the ocean's bounty with our delightful Beer-Steamed Soft-Shell Clams! Perfect for gatherings with friends or family, this dish is a fantastic choice for an antipasti platter, appetizer, or even a casual snack. The rich flavors of medium-bodied pale ale unite harmoniously with tender, succulent clams, creating a dish that exudes both elegance and comfort.

What sets this recipe apart is not just its incredible taste but its simplicity and gluten-free nature, making it accessible for everyone to enjoy. With a preparation time of just 130 minutes, these clams are a feast that requires minimal effort but delivers maximum enjoyment. Imagine the fragrant garlic and zesty lemon mingling with the aroma of beer as you gather around the grill, igniting anticipation and excitement for the meal ahead.

The immersive experience doesn’t stop at flavors; it’s also about the sustainable choices we can make. By opting for lobsters and clams sourced from responsible fisheries, you’re savoring a dish that tastes good and does good for our planet. So gather your ingredients, fire up the grill, and get ready to serve up a plate of clams that will have everyone clamoring for more!

Ingredients

  • 12 ounces beer such as pale ale room temperature
  • servings butter 
  • pounds clams 
  • tablespoons garlic minced
  • tablespoon kosher salt 
  •  optional: lemon thinly sliced
  • cups fries 
  • cup water (100° to 110°)
  • 0.3 cup cornmeal yellow

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • knife
  • baking pan
  • roasting pan
  • grill
  • aluminum foil

Directions

  1. Soak wood chips in water for 1 hour; drain.
  2. Place clams in sink, and cover with cool water. Rinse clams well, rubbing together to dislodge grit, and drain. Repeat until water is clear.
  3. Drain clams.
  4. Place in a large bowl, and cover clams with cold water. Stir in cornmeal and salt. Refrigerate and soak for 30 minutes.
  5. Preheat grill to medium-high heat.
  6. Remove grill rack; set aside. Pierce the bottom of a disposable aluminum foil pan several times with the tip of a knife.
  7. Place pan directly on heat element on bottom of grill; add wood chips to pan.
  8. Place grill rack on grill. Arrange clams in a grill-safe roasting pan, large shallow baking pan, or sturdy disposable foil pan.
  9. Pour beer and 1 cup warm water over clams; arrange garlic and lemon over clams.
  10. Place pan on grill; cover grill, and cook 15 minutes. Stir clams. Cover grill, and cook 5 minutes or until clams open. Discard any unopened shells.
  11. Sustainable Choice: Lobsters & Steamers. Lobsters trapped off waters near the Northeast U.S. and Canada are smart options, as are wild-caught or farmed soft-shell clams.

Nutrition Facts

Calories255kcal
Protein8.56%
Fat48.67%
Carbs42.77%

Properties

Glycemic Index
38.23
Glycemic Load
13.83
Inflammation Score
-4
Nutrition Score
7.2913042786329%

Flavonoids

Catechin
0.16mg
Epicatechin
0.03mg
Eriodictyol
2.88mg
Hesperetin
3.77mg
Naringenin
0.07mg
Luteolin
0.26mg
Kaempferol
0.35mg
Myricetin
0.11mg
Quercetin
0.2mg
Gallocatechin
0.03mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:254.88kcal
12.74%
Fat:13.5g
20.77%
Saturated Fat:5.37g
33.53%
Carbohydrates:26.7g
8.9%
Net Carbohydrates:23g
8.36%
Sugar:0.46g
0.52%
Cholesterol:15.85mg
5.28%
Sodium:1207.61mg
52.5%
Alcohol:1.66g
100%
Alcohol %:1.18%
100%
Protein:5.34g
10.68%
Vitamin B12:1.94µg
32.32%
Fiber:3.7g
14.82%
Vitamin C:11.51mg
13.95%
Manganese:0.23mg
11.72%
Phosphorus:106.5mg
10.65%
Vitamin B6:0.2mg
10.13%
Selenium:6.54µg
9.35%
Potassium:323mg
9.23%
Vitamin B3:1.8mg
8.98%
Iron:1.39mg
7.7%
Magnesium:25.52mg
6.38%
Vitamin B1:0.08mg
5.2%
Folate:20.36µg
5.09%
Vitamin B5:0.44mg
4.44%
Vitamin A:179.13IU
3.58%
Zinc:0.53mg
3.55%
Copper:0.06mg
3.12%
Vitamin B2:0.05mg
2.85%
Calcium:23.81mg
2.38%
Vitamin E:0.28mg
1.85%
Source:My Recipes