Steamed clams without wine in a fragrant broth are delicious with hearty bread, over pasta, or on their own! This simple steamed clams recipe cooks in 10 minutes or less!
Rinse the clams well under cold water, and scrub the shells of any grit or dirt.
Combine 5 cups of cold water with 3 tablespoons kosher salt in a large bowl, and stir until dissolved. Add the clams to the salted water, and make sure they are fully submerged. Allow the clams to sit for a minimum of 1 hour, but ideally 2-3 hours; during this time, you will see the clams spit out any sand into the water.
Give the shells another good rinse under cold water before using.
Steam the Clams
Add the olive oil to a large, deep-sided skillet or pot. Heat over medium-low heat, and add the shallots and garlic, cooking until translucent, about 3 minutes.
Combine the Zoup! Good, Really Good® Culinary Concentrate™ Savory No-Chicken Base Vegan Broth in water, and mix well to dissolve.
Add the broth to the pan, and bring it to a gentle boil. Add your clams, lower heat to simmer, cover the pot, and cook until the clams have opened, about 7-10 minutes.
Stir in butter (if using) into the broth, and garnish with cilantro or parsley.
Serve with wedges of lemon, and enjoy the clams on their own, with hearty bread, or over pasta!
Notes
What if there are clams that have not opened after cooking? Discard any unopened clams.Can I add wine to this recipe? Absolutely! If you do, I recommend adding a 1/4 cup of white wine (a Chardonnay works beautifully).