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Grilled Clams with Garlic Butter

Grilled Clams with Garlic Butter: A Stress-Free Seafood Treat

Grilled Clams with Garlic Butter offers a speedy, gluten-free seafood experience that is perfect for any gathering.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 7 minutes
Total Time 17 minutes
Servings: 4 clams
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: Seafood
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Clams
  • 2 pounds Fresh Clams (littleneck or Manila) Choose clams that are closed or close when tapped.
For the Garlic Butter
  • 4 tablespoons Unsalted Butter Can substitute with olive oil.
  • 3 cloves Minced Garlic
  • ¼ cup Fresh Parsley (chopped) Finely chopped for best results.
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice
  • ¼ teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes Optional for a touch of heat.
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
For Serving
  • 1 whole Lemon Wedges

Equipment

  • Grill

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your grill to medium-high heat, about 10 minutes.
  2. Rinse the fresh clams under cold water to remove sand and grit.
  3. In a medium bowl, mix melted unsalted butter, minced garlic, chopped fresh parsley, lemon juice, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper.
  4. Place the clams on the grill cup side down and grill for 5-7 minutes until they begin to open.
  5. Spoon the garlic butter mixture over each clam while grilling.
  6. Remove the opened clams from the grill and discard any that remain closed.
  7. Serve hot with lemon wedges on the side.

Nutrition

Serving: 4clamsCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 1gProtein: 24gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 220mgVitamin A: 700IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

These Grilled Clams with Garlic Butter are not just a meal; they’re an experience to savor!

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