Description
A traditional coastal feast featuring clams, seafood, potatoes, and corn, typically cooked together in a steaming method for a flavorful and hearty meal that brings the taste of New England to your table.
Ingredients
Seafood
- 2 pounds clams
- 1 pound mussels (optional)
- 1/2 pound sausage (optional)
Vegetables & Sides
- 4 ears corn, halved
- 1 pound small potatoes
Other
- 1/2 cup butter, melted
- 1 lemon, cut into wedges
- 2 cups water or broth
Instructions
- Clean Seafood: Thoroughly clean the clams and mussels by scrubbing their shells under cold running water to remove any sand or grit.
- Boil Liquid: Bring 2 cups of water or broth to a boil in a large pot suitable for steaming.
- Cook Potatoes: Add the small potatoes to the boiling liquid and cook for 10 minutes to start softening them.
- Add Corn and Sausage: Add the halved ears of corn and optional sausage to the pot, cooking for an additional 5 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
- Steam Clams and Mussels: Add the cleaned clams and mussels to the pot, cover with a lid, and steam for 8–10 minutes or until all shells have opened, indicating they are cooked.
- Discard Unopened Shells: Remove the pot from heat and discard any clams or mussels that did not open as they are unsafe to eat.
- Serve: Transfer the steamed seafood, potatoes, and corn to a serving platter and serve hot with melted butter and lemon wedges on the side for squeezing.
Notes
- Traditionally associated with coastal New England gatherings.
- You can customize the recipe by adding lobster or shrimp for additional seafood variety.
- Ensure all shellfish are fresh and properly cleaned for food safety.
- Cooking times may vary slightly based on the size of potatoes and seafood freshness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Steaming
- Cuisine: American
