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Recipe
New England Clam Bake
Seaside Delight: New England Clam Bake
4.7 out of 5
Indulge in the flavors of the coast with this classic New England Clam Bake. This iconic dish showcases the bounty of the sea and brings together a medley of fresh seafood, vegetables, and aromatic spices.
Metadata
Preparation time
30 minutes
Cooking time
25 minutes
Total time
55 minutes
Yields
4 servings
Preparation difficulty
Medium
Suitable for
Pescatarian, Gluten-free, Dairy-free, Low-carb, Paleo
Allergens
Shellfish, Pork
Not suitable for
Vegan, Vegetarian, Keto, Nut-free, Egg-free
Ingredients
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2 dozen littleneck clams 2 dozen littleneck clams
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2 lobsters (1 ½ pounds each) 2 lobsters (1 ½ pounds each)
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4 ears of corn, husked and halved 4 ears of corn, husked and halved
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1 pound baby potatoes 1 pound baby potatoes
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1 pound smoked sausage, cut into chunks 1 pound smoked sausage, cut into chunks
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1 onion, sliced 1 onion, sliced
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4 cloves of garlic, minced 4 cloves of garlic, minced
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2 tablespoons Old Bay seasoning 2 tablespoons Old Bay seasoning
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1 lemon, sliced 1 lemon, sliced
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Fresh parsley, for garnish Fresh parsley, for garnish
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Butter, for serving Butter, for serving
Nutrition
- Calories (kcal / KJ): 450 kcal / 1884 KJ
- Fat (total, saturated): 20g, 6g
- Carbohydrates (total, sugars): 30g, 4g
- Protein: 35g
- Fiber: 4g
- Salt: 2g
Preparation
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1.Fill a large pot with water and bring it to a boil. Add the Old Bay seasoning and a squeeze of lemon juice.
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2.Layer the ingredients in the pot starting with the potatoes, followed by the sausage, corn, lobsters, clams, onion, garlic, and lemon slices.
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3.Cover the pot and steam the ingredients over medium heat for about 20-25 minutes, or until the clams have opened and the lobsters are cooked through.
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4.Carefully remove the cooked seafood and vegetables from the pot and transfer them to a serving platter.
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5.Garnish with fresh parsley and serve with melted butter on the side.
Treat your ingredients with care...
- Clams — Make sure to rinse the clams thoroughly under cold water to remove any sand or grit before cooking.
- Lobsters — To ensure the lobsters are cooked evenly, place them in the pot with the claws facing down.
- Corn — For a smoky flavor, you can grill the corn before adding it to the pot.
Tips & Tricks
- Use fresh and live clams for the best flavor.
- Serve the Clam Bake with crusty bread to soak up the delicious broth.
- Customize the seasoning by adding herbs like thyme or rosemary.
- If you don't have access to live lobsters, you can substitute with frozen lobster tails.
- Add a splash of white wine to the pot for an extra layer of flavor.
Serving advice
Serve the New England Clam Bake family-style on a large platter, allowing everyone to dig in and enjoy the feast together. Provide plenty of napkins and seafood crackers for cracking open the lobster claws and shells.
Presentation advice
Arrange the clams, lobsters, corn, and potatoes in an aesthetically pleasing manner on the platter. Garnish with fresh parsley for a pop of color. Serve with melted butter in small ramekins for dipping.
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