White Clam Sauce Recipe 🍽️
Overview:
Indulge in the delectable flavors of the sea with this easy-to-make White Clam Sauce recipe. Bursting with minced clams, garlic, and aromatic herbs, this sauce is perfect for elevating your pasta dishes or serving over freshly grilled seafood. With just 15 minutes from start to finish, it’s a quick and satisfying meal option for any day of the week!
- Preparation Time: 5 minutes
- Cooking Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 3 cups
Ingredients:
- 3 cans (approx. 6.5 oz each) minced clams, juice drained and reserved
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 3/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
- 2/3 cup white wine
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Instructions:
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Prepare Clams:
- Begin by draining the juice from the canned minced clams, ensuring to reserve the juice for later use.
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Sauté Garlic:
- In a saucepan set over medium heat, add the olive oil. Once the oil is hot, add the minced garlic and sauté until it becomes tender and fragrant, but be careful not to let it brown.
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Combine Ingredients:
- Stir in the reserved clam juice along with the chopped parsley, white wine, chopped basil, and salt. Allow the mixture to simmer for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, to allow the flavors to meld and the sauce to reduce slightly.
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Incorporate Clams:
- Finally, gently stir in the drained minced clams, allowing them to warm through in the sauce for a couple of minutes. Be careful not to overcook the clams, as they can become tough if heated for too long.
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Serve:
- Once the clams are warmed through and the sauce has reached your desired consistency, remove the saucepan from the heat. Serve the White Clam Sauce immediately over your favorite pasta or seafood dishes, garnishing with additional fresh herbs if desired.
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 509.5
- Fat: 22.6g
- Saturated Fat: 2.9g
- Cholesterol: 151.9mg
- Sodium: 650.9mg
- Carbohydrates: 13.2g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Sugar: 0.2g
- Protein: 58.4g
Recipe Notes:
- Wine Substitution: If you prefer not to use white wine, you can substitute it with an equal amount of chicken or vegetable broth for a slightly different flavor profile.
- Customization: Feel free to adjust the amount of garlic, herbs, or seasoning according to your personal taste preferences.
- Storage: Any leftover White Clam Sauce can be refrigerated in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Simply reheat gently on the stovetop before serving.
- Serving Suggestions: This versatile sauce pairs beautifully with a variety of pasta shapes such as linguine, spaghetti, or fettuccine. It also makes a delicious topping for grilled fish or shrimp, or even as a dipping sauce for crusty bread. Enjoy experimenting with different serving ideas to find your favorite combination!
