Clams with Ginger and Lemongrass

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Level: Easy

Serves: 2

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Description

Quick and wonderfully satisfying!

Ingredients

  • 2 Tablespoons Peanut Oil Or Vegetable Oil
  • 1 Tablespoon Finely Minced Garlic
  • 2 Tablespoons Minced Shallots
  • 2 stalks Fresh Lemongrass, Tender Inner White Bulbs Only, Minced
  • 1 Tablespoon Ginger, Minced
  • 2 whole Thai Bird Chilies, Sliced
  • ½ cups Dry White Wine
  • ½ Tablespoons Fish Sauce
  • 2 whole Scallions, Cut Into 1″ Pieces, Plus More For Garnish
  • 1-½ pound Little-neck Or Manila Clams, Scrubbed And Cleaned
  • 2 Tablespoons Cilantro Leaves, For Garnish

Preparation

Heat a wok or large skillet over medium heat and add oil. Once oil is hot, add garlic, shallots, lemongrass, ginger, and chilies. Stir-fry for 30 seconds. Carefully stir in wine, fish sauce, and scallions.

Add in clams, stir the contents, and cover with a lid. Allow clams to cook for 4–5 minutes or until shells have opened. Plate clams and garnish with scallions and cilantro.

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