Steamed Clams with Thai Basil and Chiles

Summary

Yield
4 Servings
Source

Cooking Light, March 2006

Prep time30 minutes

Description

Ingredients

1TablespoonVegetable Oil
4CloveGarlic (chopped)
2TeaspoonSerrano Chile (minced)
1⁄3CupWhite Wine
1TablespoonFish Sauce
1TeaspoonSugar
2TeaspoonOyster Sauce
1⁄2TeaspoonGround Black Pepper
3PoundLittleneck Clams (scrubbed)
1CupThai Basil (chopped)

Instructions

Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add garlic; saute for 1 minute or until golden. Add chile; saute 10 seconds. Stir in wine and next 4 ingredients (through pepper). Bring to a boil. Add clams; cover and cook 7 minutes or until shells open. Add basil; cover and cook for 1 minute. Discard any unopened shells. Remove clams from pan with a slotted spoon. Serve with sauce.