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Asian Steamed Clams with Ginger and Garlic

Delicious and healthy seafood is easy to make right at home! Try these Asian steamed clams with ginger and garlic for a rich and tasty meal.
Author: Diabetic Foodie
Prep Time: 2 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 12 minutes
Servings: 2

Ingredients 

  • ½ cup water
  • 3 tablespoons dry sherry
  • 1 tablespoon low-sodium soy sauce, (gluten-free, if desired)
  • 1 tablespoon coconut oil
  • 2 scallions, (thinly sliced)
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, (minced)
  • 2 garlic cloves, (minced)
  • 24 littleneck clams, (in shells, scrubbed)
  • 1 handful fresh cilantro, (chopped)

Instructions

  • In a small bowl, combine the water, sherry, and soy sauce, then set aside.
    ½ cup water, 3 tablespoons dry sherry, 1 tablespoon low-sodium soy sauce
  • Heat the oil in a stockpot or Dutch oven (at least 4-quart) over medium heat.
    1 tablespoon coconut oil
  • Add the scallions, ginger, garlic, and 2 tablespoons of the soy sauce mixture. Sauté for a minute or two until the scallions have softened.
    2 scallions, 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, 2 garlic cloves
  • Add the clams and remaining soy sauce mixture. Increase the heat to medium-high and bring everything to a boil.
    24 littleneck clams
  • Reduce the heat to medium-low and cover. Simmer for about 10 minutes or until the clams open.
  • Discard any clams that don’t open, then transfer the remaining clams to two shallow serving bowls.
  • Pour the broth over your clams, sprinkle with cilantro, and serve immediately.
    1 handful fresh cilantro

Notes

This recipe is for 2 servings of steamed clams. One serving will be about 12 clams, depending on their size.
The high sodium count is a bit misleading because you probably won't eat all of the broth. If you're concerned, skip the soy sauce entirely or take a smaller portion of clams.
This recipe can also be made with mussels. Just be sure they're scrubbed and debearded ahead of time.
Clams are best served immediately. If you have leftovers, store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator and consume within a day or two.

Nutrition Info Per Serving

Nutrition Facts
Asian Steamed Clams with Ginger and Garlic
Serving Size
 
12 clams
Amount per Serving
Calories
267
% Daily Value*
Fat
 
8.4
g
13
%
Saturated Fat
 
5.6
g
28
%
Trans Fat
 
0
g
Polyunsaturated Fat
 
0.2
g
Monounsaturated Fat
 
0.6
g
Cholesterol
 
60
mg
20
%
Sodium
 
442.3
mg
18
%
Potassium
 
875.9
mg
25
%
Carbohydrates
 
15.5
g
5
%
Fiber
 
1.4
g
6
%
Sugar
 
2.9
g
3
%
Protein
 
23.6
g
47
%
Vitamin A
 
0
IU
0
%
Vitamin C
 
0
mg
0
%
Calcium
 
0
mg
0
%
Iron
 
0
mg
0
%
Net carbs
 
14.1
g
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.