How to Make Grilled Clams With Garlic (Butter) And Lime
I was amazed the first time I made this recipe. Nothing can be easier or more delicious. I prefer the smaller littleneck clams as they are normally sweeter and plump.
4servings
1⁄4 recipe
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Step-By-Step Instructions:
- Melt butter and add the garlic, red chili flakes, and parsley. Place in a small cup and set aside.
- Preheat grill to high. Place well-washed clams on a piece of foil or cookie baking pan to catch the juices.
- Cook as per directions for direct heat method for 8–10 minutes, turning halfway through, until cooked through and clam shells fully open. Drizzle the butter into the clam shells and serve. Discard any clams that do not open.
Nutrition facts
4 Servings
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Serving Size
1⁄4 recipe
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Amount per serving
Calories
90
- % Daily value*
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Total Fat
6g
8%-
Saturated Fat
1.4g
7% -
Trans Fats
0g
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Saturated Fat
-
Cholesterol
15mg
5% -
Sodium
370mg
16% -
Total Carbohydrate
3g
1%-
Dietary Fiber
0g
0% -
Total Sugars
2g
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Dietary Fiber
-
Protein
7g
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Potassium
190mg
4%
Ingredients
I Can’t Believe It’s Not Butter
2 3/4 tbsp
garlic (peeled, thinly sliced)
3 clove
crushed red pepper flakes (crushed)
1/2 tsp
parsley (minced)
2 tbsp
littleneck clams (well washed)
24
Juice of 1 lime
1