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Amêijoas à Bulhão Pato

This classic Portuguese clam dish is simple yet incredibly flavorful, featuring clams cooked in a garlicky, white wine sauce. It makes for an excellent appetizer or a light main course served with crusty bread for dipping. The fresh herbs brighten the rich sauce.

An original recipe by Forkin

Total time
25 min
Serves
4
Difficulty
Easy
Per serving
308 kcal
Gluten-free

Allergen information: may contain fish, molluscs, and sulphites. Always check ingredient packaging if you have an allergy.

Amêijoas à Bulhão Pato

Mise en place

Ingredients

  • 1,000 gclam, scrubbed and purged
  • 3 tbspolive oil
  • 6 clovegarlic, thinly sliced
  • 120 mlwhite wine, dry
  • 1 pcslemon, juiced, plus wedges for serving
  • 0.5 cupcilantro, fresh, chopped
  • 1 pinchsalt
  • 1 pinchblack pepper, freshly ground

Equipment

large skillet · lid

The method

Step by step

  1. 1

    Ensure the clams are properly purged by soaking them in cold, salted water for at least 30 minutes, or up to 2 hours, then rinse them well under cold running water.

    About 15 min

    Cook’s note: Add a tablespoon of flour to the purging water to encourage clams to release more sand.

  2. 2

    Heat the olive oil in a large, deep skillet or pot over medium heat.

    About 1 min

  3. 3

    Add the sliced garlic to the pan and sauté for about 1-2 minutes until fragrant and lightly golden, being careful not to burn it.

    About 2 min

  4. 4

    Pour in the white wine and bring it to a simmer, allowing it to cook for 1 minute to burn off some of the alcohol.

    About 2 min

  5. 5

    Add the purged clams to the skillet, cover tightly with a lid, and cook for 3-5 minutes, shaking the pan occasionally, until all the clams have opened.

    About 5 min

    Cook’s note: Discard any clams that do not open after cooking.

  6. 6

    Remove the pan from the heat and stir in the fresh lemon juice and chopped cilantro.

    About 1 min

  7. 7

    Season with a pinch of salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.

    Cook’s note: Taste the sauce before adding salt, as the clams can be salty.

  8. 8

    Serve immediately in a large bowl, garnished with additional fresh cilantro and lemon wedges.

    Cook’s note: Crusty bread is essential for soaking up the delicious sauce.

Per serving

Nutrition

81%Score
Calories
307.7kcal
Protein
33.3g
Carbs
13.2g
Fat
12.8g
Fibre
1.1g
Sugar
1.1g

Estimated from the recipe’s ingredient quantities. Values can vary with brands and substitutions.

Keep it good

Storage

Leftovers should be consumed within one day; refrigerate promptly in an airtight container.

Reheating

Gently reheat on the stovetop over low heat until warmed through, adding a splash of water or wine if needed.