Korean Steamed Clams Appetizer

Delight your taste buds with this Korean Steamed Clams Appetizer, a savory and aromatic dish that highlights the fresh brininess of clams infused with bold Korean flavors. Perfectly balanced with soy sauce, rice wine, toasted sesame oil, and a touch of minced ginger and garlic, this quick and easy recipe comes together in just 25 minutes. The addition of sliced red chili and scallion garnishes adds a vibrant pop of color and spice, while toasted sesame seeds lend a nutty crunch. Serve this elegant appetizer with steamed rice or crusty bread to soak up the umami-packed broth, making it an irresistible crowd-pleaser for any occasion.

Nutriscore Rating: 77/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound fresh clams
• 2 cups water
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon rice wine (e.g., mirin or sake)
• 1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon ginger, minced
• 1 red chili, sliced thinly
• 2 stalks scallions, finely chopped
• 1 teaspoon sesame seeds, toasted
• 0.5 teaspoon salt

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the clams thoroughly under cold running water to remove any sand or grit. Discard any clams with cracked shells or those that do not close when tapped.

Step 2

Prepare a large bowl of cold water and stir in the salt to create a brine. Submerge the clams in the brine for about 20-30 minutes to purge any remaining sand. Rinse again and set aside.

Step 3

In a medium-sized pot, combine the water, soy sauce, rice wine, sesame oil, garlic, and ginger. Bring the mixture to a simmer over medium heat.

Step 4

Add the prepared clams to the pot and cover with a lid. Steam the clams for 5-7 minutes, or until they open fully. Discard any clams that do not open.

Step 5

Once the clams are cooked, remove them from the pot using tongs or a slotted spoon and place them in a serving bowl.

Step 6

Reduce the broth in the pot by simmering it uncovered for another 2 minutes to concentrate the flavors, if desired.

Step 7

Pour the reduced broth over the clams in the bowl.

Step 8

Garnish the dish with the sliced red chili, chopped scallions, and toasted sesame seeds.

Step 9

Serve the clams immediately while they are hot, paired with a side of steamed rice or crusty bread to soak up the flavorful broth.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1071.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	805.3

Total Fat 15.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 1.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 303.9mg	0%
Sodium 1433.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 35.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 3.3g	0%
Total Sugars 4.2g
Protein 121.0g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 531.0mg	0%
Iron 128.9mg	0%
Potassium 3430.7mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 18.4%

Protein: 63.2%

Carbs: 18.4%