These clams are steamed in dark beer with chourico sausage and red onions for a full flavored meal.
Ingredients
- 24 small clams in shell, scrubbed
- ¼ cup cornmeal
- ¼ cup olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 8 ounces chourico sausage, diced
- 1 medium red onion, sliced
- 1 pinch red pepper flakes (Optional)
- 1 (12 fluid ounce) can or bottle dark beer
- 1 (8 ounce) bottle clam juice
- 1 (28 ounce) can crushed roma tomatoes
- 3 tablespoons chopped fresh oregano
- 1 pinch salt and pepper to taste
Directions
Step 1
Place clams in a large pot with enough water to cover. Stir in cornmeal. Let stand for about 20 minutes. Rinse clams thoroughly before cooking.
Step 2
Heat the olive oil and garlic in a large pot over medium heat. When the garlic is fragrant, add the chourico, onion, and red pepper flakes. Cook for 2 or 3 minutes, then pour in about 3/4 of the beer. Let simmer for a few more minutes, then add the clam juice, tomatoes, and rinsed clams.
Step 3
Cover, and simmer until all clams have opened. Season with oregano, salt and pepper before serving. Drink or discard remaining beer.
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
Nutrition Facts | |
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Servings Per Recipe 4 | |
Calories 435 | |
% Daily Value * | |
Total Fat31g | 39% |
Saturated Fat8g | 39% |
Cholesterol46mg | 15% |
Sodium910mg | 40% |
Total Carbohydrate23g | 8% |
Dietary Fiber3g | 10% |
Total Sugars6g | |
Protein13g | |
Vitamin C26mg | 129% |
Calcium106mg | 8% |
Iron5mg | 29% |
Potassium710mg | 15% |
*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient.If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.
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