Grilled Clams & Garlic Butter Recipe | Tasting Table
Prep Time:
15 minutes
Cook Time:
10 minutes
Servings:
4 Servings
Ingredients
  • 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, cut into cubes
  • 6 garlic cloves, finely chopped
  • 2 pounds (about 2 dozen) littleneck clams, scrubbed
  • 3 tablespoons melted garlic butter
  • ΒΌ cup chopped parsley
  • freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Directions
  1. Make the garlic butter: In a small saucepan over medium-low heat, melt the butter. Add the garlic and cook for 5 minutes until fragrant but not browned. Remove from the heat.
  2. Skim the foam from the top of the butter and slowly pour the butter through a fine-mesh sieve set over a bowl. Discard the milky solids and garlic. Keep the skimmed butter warm over low heat. Make ahead: The butter can be made and refrigerated for up to 3 weeks.
  3. Prepare a charcoal or gas grill for medium-hot cooking.
  4. Place the clams directly onto the grill grates. After 5 to 7 minutes, the clams will begin to open. Using tongs, transfer the clams to a bowl, being careful not to spill any of their juices. Discard any clams that don't open after 10 minutes.
  5. Toss the clams with the warm garlic butter, sprinkle with the parsley and season with pepper. Serve with lemon wedges and crusty bread.