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Garlic Butter Clams Recipe
In less than 20 minutes, you will have amazing seafood! This garlic butter clams recipe is a super simple boiled recipe anyone can make.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 8 minutes
Total Time 23 minutes
Servings 30 clams
Calories 85 kcal
Ingredients
- 30 Clams
- 2 Lemons
- 6 tbsp Butter
- 3 cloves Garlic minced
- 1 cup Water
- 1/4 cup Fresh Basil chopped
Instructions
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Prior to cooking, be sure to rinse the clams. Place them in a large bowl with water and let them sit for 15 minutes. Drain and rinse to get rid of any sand.
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In a deep skillet (or pot), begin to melt 3 Tbsp of butter. Add minced garlic; saute until fragrant.
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Add water, remaining butter and clams. Bring to a gentle boil. Cover and continue to cook for another 7-8 minutes (or until the clams have opened).
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Remove from heat and top with the juice of 1 lemon and fresh basil.
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Serve with additional lemon wedges if desired.
Recipe Notes
Calories: 85 per serving
Net Carbs: 3 g