new england clam boil
Come to the east coast for a good ol' fashioned New England clam boil! Or, make it yourself at home! This delicious meal made up soft shell clams (aka "steamers"), potatoes, onions, hot dogs, sausage, and chourico or linguica. It is great for feeding large groups, and is a summer time favorite. But enjoyed year round!
prep time
10 Min
cook time
1 Hr
method
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yield
4-10 serving(s)
Ingredients
- PORTION:
- - soft shell clams - 1.5 - 2 lbs. per person
- - hot dogs - 1.5 per person
- - chourico/linguica - 1.5 lb per person
- - sausage links - 1.5 per person
- - medium potatoes - 1.5 per person
- - onion 1.5 per person
- BROTH:
- 1-2 quart water
- 2 - 12 ounce beer
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic
- 2 tablespoons crushed red pepper
- - salt & pepper to taste
How To Make new england clam boil
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Step 1Wash clams in warm water, and soak in cold water and salt while you start cooking. (no more than 10 minutes)
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Step 2In a Large pot, bring beer and 1 - 2 quarts of water to a boil. Add spices such as salt, crushed pepper, and garlic.
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Step 3Add your potatoes and onions. Just before they are finished cooking, add your chourico or linguica and sausages.
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Step 4When your linguica and sausages are almost done cooking, add your hot dogs since they are precooked.
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Step 5Cook your hot dogs for 2 minutes and add your fresh steamers (clams). As soon as your clams open, they are done.
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Step 6You can melt some butter for dipping and reserve broth to keep your clams warm as you eat.
- Last Step: Don't forget to share! Post a picture of your finished recipe here and on your favorite social network. Don't forget to tag Just A Pinch and include #justapinchrecipes!
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#Clam
Keyword:
#boil
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