Garlic & Wine Clams with Crispy Bread
Portuguese clams steamed in white wine, garlic, and cilantro — ready in 15 minutes. Serve with crusty bread to soak up every drop of the briny, garlicky sauce.
- Total time
- 15 min
- Servings
- 2
- Calories
- 285
- Protein
- 28g

Ingredients
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Step 1
Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat, about 60 seconds until it shimmers.
Step 2
Add minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds, stirring constantly, until fragrant but not brown.
Step 3
Pour in white wine and bring to a simmer, stirring once to deglaze the pan.
Step 4
Add clams, cover the skillet, and cook for 6–8 minutes until shells open. Discard any that don't.
Step 5
Remove from heat, stir in cilantro, and season with salt and black pepper to taste.
Step 6
Serve clams in bowls with broth, crusty bread on the side, and a lemon wedge for squeezing.
Tools you’ll need
- 12-inch skillet with lid
- chef's knife
- cutting board
- wooden spoon
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