Savor the flavors of the sea with our Clams with Chorizo and Sherry recipe. This quick 5-minute dish combines succulent clams and spicy chorizo for a delightful treat. Perfect for impressing guests or enjoying a cozy night in!
1266 kcal
/serving
5 mins
Serves
2
Easy
Spanish
Ingredients
- {'group': 'Main', 'item': '1kg clams'}
- {'group': 'Main', 'item': '500g chorizo sausage, sliced into thick coins'}
- {'group': 'Sauce', 'item': '125ml amontillado sherry'}
- {'group': 'Garnish', 'item': '3 tbsp snipped chives'}
Preparation
- Soak the clams in a large bowl of cold water to remove any sand.
- Slice the chorizo into thick coins and snip the chives.
Cooking
- In a large, dry wok or heavy-based pan, fry the chorizo slices over medium heat until they release their oil and become slightly crispy.
- Remove the chorizo and keep warm.
- Drain the clams, discarding any that remain open or have broken shells.
- Increase the heat to high, add the clams to the pan with the chorizo oil, pour in the sherry, and cover with a lid.
- Cook for 2-3 minutes until the clams open, discarding any that do not.
Plating & Serving
- Return the chorizo to the pan, sprinkle with chives, and stir gently.
- Serve immediately with steamed baby potatoes or crusty bread to soak up the juices.
Notes
Ensure all clams are closed before cooking and discard any that do not open after cooking.
Suggested Sides
steamed baby potatoes
crusty bread
Nutrition per Serving
1266
Calories
107.8g
Protein
92% DV
34.8g
Carbs
12% DV
67.6g
Fat
87% DV
0.1g
Fiber
0.8g
Sugars
4981mg
Sodium
332% DV
308mg
Cholesterol
87% DV
| Diet Type | Low Carb |
| Health Labels | Sugar Conscious Keto Friendly Paleo Dairy Free Gluten Free Wheat Free Egg Free Milk Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free Fish Free Crustacean Free Celery Free Mustard Free Sesame Free Lupine Free No Oil Added |
* Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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