Ingredients
- 2 pounds fresh clams, cleaned
- 1 can (14 oz) coconut milk
- 2 stalks lemongrass, smashed and cut into 2-inch pieces
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon ginger, grated
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- Optional: 1-2 red chili peppers, sliced for heat
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Clean the clams thoroughly by soaking them in water for about 20 minutes.
- In a large pot, bring coconut milk to a gentle simmer over medium heat.
- Add smashed lemongrass, minced garlic, and grated ginger to the pot; stir and let infuse for 2-3 minutes.
- Season with lime juice, salt, pepper, and optional chili peppers.
- Introduce cleaned clams to the pot; cover and steam for 5-7 minutes or until they open.
- Discard any unopened clams and ladle the broth into bowls.
- Garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Tropical
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (about 300g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg