How to Make Clams and Chourico - A Step-by-Step Guide

Clams and Chourico is a traditional Portuguese dish that combines the rich flavors of fresh clams with the smoky and spicy notes of chourico, a type of Portuguese sausage. This dish is beloved in Portugal and has gained popularity in other parts of the world for its delicious and comforting qualities.

The dish is typically made with simple and fresh ingredients, allowing the natural flavors to shine through. The clams provide a briny and oceanic taste, while the chourico adds a depth of f...

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Ingredients

  • 24 small clams in shell, scrubbed
  • ¼ cup cornmeal
  • ¼ cup olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 8 ounces chourico sausage, diced
  • 1 medium red onion, sliced
  • 1 pinch red pepper flakes (Optional)
  • 1 (12 fluid ounce) can or bottle dark beer
  • 1 (8 ounce) bottle clam juice
  • 1 (28 ounce) can crushed roma tomatoes
  • 3 tablespoons chopped fresh oregano
  • 1 pinch salt and pepper to taste

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 20 mins
  • Total Time: 30 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 4 servings

  • Place clams in a large pot with enough water to cover. Stir in cornmeal. Let stand for about 20 minutes. Rinse clams thoroughly before cooking.
  • Heat the olive oil and garlic in a large pot over medium heat. When the garlic is fragrant, add the chourico, onion, and red pepper flakes. Cook for 2 or 3 minutes, then pour in about 3/4 of the beer. Let simmer for a few more minutes, then add the clam juice, tomatoes, and rinsed clams.
  • Cover, and simmer until all clams have opened. Season with oregano, salt and pepper before serving. Drink or discard remaining beer.
  • Nutrition

    435 cal.

    • Total Fat: 31g
    • Saturated Fat: 8g
    • Cholesterol: 46mg
    • Sodium: 910mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 23g
    • Dietary Fiber: 3g
    • Total Sugars: 6g
    • Protein: 13g
    • Vitamin C: 26mg
    • Calcium: 106mg
    • Iron: 5mg
    • Potassium: 710mg