Steamed clams without wine in a fragrant broth are delicious with hearty bread, over pasta, or on their own! This simple steamed clams recipe cooks in 10 minutes or less!
Prep time: PT120M
Cook time: PT10M
Total time: PT130M
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- Rinse the clams well under cold water, and scrub the shells of any grit or dirt.
- Combine 5 cups of cold water with 3 tablespoons kosher salt in a large bowl, and stir until dissolved. Add the clams to the salted water, and make sure they are fully submerged. Allow the clams to sit for a minimum of 1 hour, but ideally 2-3 hours; during this time, you will see the clams spit out any sand into the water.
- Give the shells another good rinse under cold water before using.
- Add the olive oil to a large, deep-sided skillet or pot. Heat over medium-low heat, and add the shallots and garlic, cooking until translucent, about 3 minutes.
- Combine the Zoup! Good, Really Good® Culinary Concentrate™ Savory No-Chicken Base Vegan Broth in water, and mix well to dissolve.
- Add the broth to the pan, and bring it to a gentle boil. Add your clams, lower heat to simmer, cover the pot, and cook until the clams have opened, about 7-10 minutes.
- Stir in butter (if using) into the broth, and garnish with cilantro or parsley.
- Serve with wedges of lemon, and enjoy the clams on their own, with hearty bread, or over pasta!