Steamed Clams with Ginger

Steamed Clams with Ginger is a fragrant and savory dish that highlights the natural sweetness of fresh clams, enhanced by the sharpness of ginger and the umami of soy sauce. This dish is quick to prepare and perfect for a light and healthy meal.

Ingredients

• Fresh clams - 500 grams
• Fresh ginger - 30 grams, julienned
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Soy sauce - 2 tablespoons
• Shaoxing wine - 1 tablespoon
• Spring onions - 2, chopped
• Cilantro - a handful, chopped
• Sesame oil - 1 teaspoon
• Red chili - 1, sliced (optional)
• Water - 100 ml

Steps

1. Start by cleaning the clams under running water to remove any sand or grit. Discard any clams that are open and do not close when tapped.
2. In a steaming dish, combine the julienned ginger, minced garlic, chopped spring onions, and sliced red chili.
3. Place the cleaned clams on top of the ginger mixture in the steaming dish.
4. In a small bowl, mix together the soy sauce, Shaoxing wine, and sesame oil. Drizzle this mixture over the clams.
5. Pour the water into the bottom of the steamer pot, making sure it does not touch the steaming dish.
6. Cover the steamer pot and bring the water to a boil. Steam the clams for about 8-10 minutes, or until they open up.
7. Once cooked, remove the clams from the steamer and sprinkle chopped cilantro over the top. Serve immediately with some of the steaming liquid.

Nutrition

• Calories: 250
• Protein: 30 g
• Carbs: 8 g
• Fiber: 1 g
• Sugar: 1 g
• Sodium: 900 mg
• Cholesterol: 70 mg
• Total Fat: 5 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein and low in fat, making it a healthy seafood option.
• Contains omega-3 fatty acids which promote heart health.

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