How to Make Steamed Clams in Butter and Sake - A Step-by-Step Guide

There are few things more satisfying than a bowl of perfectly cooked steamed clams. Their briny, delicate flavor pairs perfectly with butter and sake, creating a dish that is both elegant and comforting.

Steamed clams in butter and sake is a classic Japanese dish that highlights the natural sweetness of the clams, while the butter and sake add richness and depth of flavor. This recipe is simple yet incredibly impressive, making it perfect for a special dinner or a casual weeknight mea...

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Ingredients

  • 4 teaspoons sake
  • 4 teaspoons mirin (Japanese sweet wine)
  • 2 teaspoons rice vinegar
  • 1 ¼ pounds clams in shell, scrubbed
  • 3 tablespoons butter
  • 1 teaspoon soy sauce
  • 1 green onion, chopped

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 10 mins
  • Additional Time: 5 mins
  • Total Time: 25 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 4 servings

  • Scrub and rinse clams. Soak in a large bowl of cold water for 5 minutes. Drain thoroughly.
  • 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.
  • 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

    121 cal.

    • Total Fat: 9g
    • Saturated Fat: 6g
    • Cholesterol: 34mg
    • Sodium: 155mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 3g
    • Dietary Fiber: 0g
    • Total Sugars: 2g
    • Protein: 5g
    • Vitamin C: 4mg
    • Calcium: 21mg
    • Iron: 5mg
    • Potassium: 119mg

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    Butter recipes