Home -> [Appetizers, Asian, Ethnic, Japanese, Seafood] -> [Hamaguri sakami (sake seasoned clams) Recipe]

Hamaguri sakami (sake seasoned clams)

Artist: _ Yield: 12
Categories: Appetizers, Asian, Ethnic, Japanese, Seafood Rating: 0
Favorites Add to Favorites Print Recipe
Ingredients:
12 eachLittleneck Clams or Cockles
3 tbspSake
6 eachThin slices of lemon
1 1/2 pintBoiling Water
1 pinchMSG
Procedures:
1Prepare in advance: have clams shelled, save shells.
2Discard shallow halves, scrub the deep halves.
3Drop the shells into boiling water, boil for 2-3 minutes, then drain.
4Rinse and dry.
5To cook and serve: bring the sake to boil over high heat.
6Sprinkle msg, then drop in the clams, stir gently, and cover.
7Cook over moderately high heat for 3-4 minutes, then remove the clams and place in the shell.
8Garnish each clam with a slice of lemon.
9Serve at room temperature