Grilled Clams with Sambuca and Italian Sausage

Health score
2%
Grilled Clams with Sambuca and Italian Sausage
45 min.
6
69kcal

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Indulge in the delightful flavors of the Mediterranean with our Grilled Clams with Sambuca and Italian Sausage. This exquisite side dish combines the briny goodness of littleneck clams with the aromatic essence of Sambuca, a licorice-flavored liqueur that elevates this recipe to gourmet status. Perfectly suited for a gathering or a cozy dinner, this dish can serve up to six people and is ready in just 45 minutes, making it a great option for entertaining guests or enjoying a special meal at home.

The star of this recipe, the clams, are expertly paired with the savory profile of hot turkey Italian sausage, complemented by the vibrant colors and flavors of sautéed onions and bell peppers. Each clam half is generously topped with a crispy breadcrumb mixture that melds beautifully with the clams as they grill to perfection. As the Sambuca ignites, it creates a dramatic flambé effect that not only adds a touch of flair but also infuses the dish with rich, complex flavors.

Served with zesty lemon wedges, these Grilled Clams will awaken your taste buds and leave your guests in awe. Whether enjoyed alongside a crisp salad or as part of a lavish seafood spread, this dish promises an unforgettable dining experience that will transport you to sun-kissed shores with every bite. Get ready to impress your friends and family with this culinary gem!

Ingredients

  • 0.1 teaspoon pepper black
  • ounce bread white
  • 0.5 teaspoon butter 
  •  garlic minced
  • 0.3 cup bell pepper green finely chopped
  • ounces turkey sausage italian hot ()
  •  lemon wedges 
  • 36  littleneck clams cleaned
  • 0.3 cup onion finely chopped
  • 0.3 cup bell pepper red finely chopped
  • Dash salt 
  • 0.5 teaspoon worcestershire sauce 
  • tablespoons frangelico (licorice-flavored liqueur)

Equipment

  • food processor
  • frying pan
  • grill

Directions

  1. Remove casings from sausage.
  2. Heat a large nonstick skillet over medium heat.
  3. Add sausage; cook until browned, stirring to crumble.
  4. Add onion, peppers, butter, and garlic to pan; cook 5 minutes, stirring frequently.
  5. Place bread in a food processor; pulse 5 times or until breadcrumbs form.
  6. Add breadcrumbs to sausage mixture; cook 3 minutes, stirring constantly.
  7. Pour Sambuca into one side of skillet. Ignite Sambuca with a long match, and let flames die down. Stir in the Worcestershire sauce, pepper, and salt.
  8. Prepare grill to high heat.
  9. Shuck clams; discard any broken shells or shells that remain open.
  10. Place 12 clam halves on shellfish grate; discard top halves of shells. Top each with about 1 teaspoon breadcrumb mixture.
  11. Place grate on grill. Cover and cook 4 minutes or until clam juice in shells boils.
  12. Remove clams from grate; keep warm. Repeat procedure with remaining clams and breadcrumbs.
  13. Serve with lemon wedges.

Nutrition Facts

Calories69kcal
Protein31.45%
Fat30.43%
Carbs38.12%

Properties

Glycemic Index
48.69
Glycemic Load
1.91
Inflammation Score
0
Nutrition Score
6.7682608780654%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
3.84mg
Hesperetin
5.02mg
Naringenin
0.1mg
Luteolin
0.67mg
Isorhamnetin
0.33mg
Kaempferol
0.05mg
Myricetin
0.1mg
Quercetin
1.72mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:68.61kcal
3.43%
Fat:2.42g
3.72%
Saturated Fat:0.93g
5.82%
Carbohydrates:6.82g
2.27%
Net Carbohydrates:5.59g
2.03%
Sugar:2.07g
2.3%
Cholesterol:14.69mg
4.9%
Sodium:221.59mg
9.63%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:5.63g
11.26%
Vitamin C:28.95mg
35.09%
Vitamin B12:1.51µg
25.1%
Selenium:9.6µg
13.72%
Iron:2.4mg
13.32%
Phosphorus:74.91mg
7.49%
Vitamin B6:0.14mg
6.96%
Manganese:0.12mg
6.09%
Vitamin A:297.64IU
5.95%
Vitamin B3:1.13mg
5.63%
Fiber:1.23g
4.93%
Zinc:0.57mg
3.8%
Vitamin B2:0.06mg
3.73%
Vitamin B1:0.05mg
3.55%
Potassium:114.89mg
3.28%
Folate:12.96µg
3.24%
Magnesium:12.8mg
3.2%
Vitamin B5:0.28mg
2.8%
Copper:0.05mg
2.61%
Calcium:23.79mg
2.38%
Vitamin E:0.25mg
1.7%
Vitamin K:1.16µg
1.1%
Source:My Recipes