This recipe for Simple Steamed Clams on the grill is perfect for laid back days at the beach or just weeknights at home!
Course Appetizer
Cuisine American
Prep Time 5 minutesminutes
Cook Time 5 minutesminutes
Total Time 10 minutesminutes
Servings 4people
Calories 132kcal
Author Tristin Rieken
Equipment
grill
Cast iron pan
Ingredients
4poundsclamssteamer clams, manilla clams or littleneck clams
2tablespoonsbutter
3clovesgarlicpeeled and smashed
¼cupwhite winebeer, broth or water
1mediumlemon
½teaspoonTabasco sauce
Instructions
Rinse clams in cold water discarding any that are open and won’t close when tapped.
Heat a large cast iron pan over grill over medium hot coals (or on the stovetop over medium high heat)
Melt butter then add steamer clams and garlic to pan. Give it a stir or shake to prevent garlic from scorching.
Add wine to create a burst of steam then continue cooking until clams open, discarding any that stay closed after 3 - 5 minutes. Add a few splashes of Tabasco sauce.
Juice half the lemon and add to clams. Slice the remainder for serving.
Serve immediately with lemon wedges, fresh herbs (optional), and a big loaf of crusty bread.