Steamed Clams in Butter and Sake
This recipe is the best for seafood lovers. Clams are steamed with sake and mirin and a bit of green onion in this Japanese way of preparation. My husband likes it so much.
Ingredients
4
Original recipe yields 4 servings
Directions
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Scrub and rinse clams. Soak in a large bowl of cold water for 5 minutes. Drain thoroughly.
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Heat a wok or large saucepan over high heat. Quickly pour in the sake, mirin and rice vinegar. Add the clams; cover and cook until the clams open, 3 to 4 minutes. Discard any clams that do not open.
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Remove any scum that forms on the surface using a spoon or paper towel. Stir in the butter, soy sauce and green onion, tossing to coat the clams as the butter melts. Arrange clams on a serving plate and drizzle the sauce over them. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Per Serving:
121 calories; 9 g total fat; 34 mg cholesterol; 155 mg sodium. 3 g carbohydrates; 4.5 g protein; Full Nutrition
