![Steamed Clams and Garlic in Lemon Sauce](/en/cookbook/assets/img/00003457.jpg)
Clams in a tangy citrus sauce.
10 minutes
99kcal
0.9g
- Nutrition facts are for one serving.
Ingredients(Servings: 2)
Directions
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Wash the clams under running water while rubbing shells together.
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Heat sesame oil in a fry pan and saute the garlic over low heat for 2-3 minutes until fragrant.
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Add the clams, (A) and cover, then cook over medium-high heat for 3-4 minutes until the clam shells open.
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Add the lemon juice and turn off the heat. Serve on a plate garnished with cilantro and lemon.
Cooking Basics
Asari clams / shijimi clams - washing shells
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Since the shells of shellfish are actually quite dirty, wash by rubbing their shells together in water.
Garlic - thinly sliced
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Cut the garlic clove with the skin removed vertically in two. Then use the heel of the knife to remove the core and thinly slice.
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