White Clam Sauce Recipe
๐ Cook Time: 20 minutes | ๐ Prep Time: 20 minutes | ๐ Total Time: 40 minutes
๐ฝ๏ธ Yield: About 3 cups
Description:
Indulge in the tantalizing flavors of this exquisite White Clam Sauce recipe, brought to you by lovewithrecipes.com. Delightfully European and ready in under 60 minutes, this sauce is perfect for elevating your pasta dishes or as a savory topping for seafood delights.
Ingredients:
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1/4 cup butter
- 1-2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup water
- 1 tablespoon chopped parsley
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 1/2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 3 cans (approximately 6.5 ounces each) clams, drained, juice reserved
Instructions:
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Heat oil and butter: In a skillet, heat the olive oil and butter over medium heat until the butter is melted and the oil is shimmering.
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Cook garlic: Add the minced garlic to the skillet and cook, stirring frequently, until lightly browned and fragrant, about 1-2 minutes.
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Add water and seasonings: Remove the skillet from the heat and allow it to cool slightly. Slowly pour in the water, stirring continuously. Stir in the chopped parsley, salt, pepper, and dried oregano until well combined.
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Prepare flour mixture: In a small bowl, blend the all-purpose flour with enough of the reserved clam juice to create a smooth paste.
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Incorporate clams: Return the skillet to medium heat. Add the drained clams and the remaining clam juice to the skillet, stirring to combine.
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Thicken sauce: Gradually stir in the flour mixture, ensuring it is well incorporated into the sauce. Cook and stir the sauce over medium heat until it begins to thicken slightly, about 5-7 minutes.
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Serve: Once the sauce has reached your desired consistency, remove the skillet from the heat. Your delicious White Clam Sauce is now ready to be served!
Tips:
- For a variation, try making Red Clam Sauce by stirring in 2 (8-ounce) cans of tomato sauce before adding the flour and clams. Simmer the sauce for an additional 20 minutes for enhanced flavor.
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 484.3
- Total Fat: 35.7g
- Saturated Fat: 12.4g
- Cholesterol: 117mg
- Sodium: 1022.5mg
- Total Carbohydrates: 10.5g
- Dietary Fiber: 0.9g
- Sugar: 0.2g
- Protein: 29.9g
Indulge in the rich flavors and tantalizing aroma of this White Clam Sauce, perfect for transforming any meal into a culinary masterpiece!
