Kerang Bakar Makassar (makassar-style Grilled Clams)

Kerang Bakar Makassar, or Makassar-style Grilled Clams, is a popular dish in the Makassar cuisine of Indonesia. This dish features fresh clams marinated in a flavorful mixture and then grilled to perfection, resulting in a delicious and aromatic seafood dish.

Kerang Bakar Makassar (makassar-style Grilled Clams)

Ingredients

  • 2 lbs fresh clams, cleaned
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 red chilies, finely chopped
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice
  • 1 teaspoon brown sugar
  • Salt to taste
  • Chopped green onions for garnish

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, mix together the minced garlic, chopped red chilies, soy sauce, lime juice, brown sugar, and salt.
  2. Add the cleaned clams to the marinade and toss to coat evenly. Let them marinate for 10 minutes.
  3. Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
  4. Place the marinated clams on the grill and cook for 3-4 minutes on each side, or until the shells open and the clams are cooked through.
  5. Transfer the grilled clams to a serving platter, garnish with chopped green onions, and serve hot.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
20 minutes
Cooking time:
10 minutes
Total time:
30 minutes
Cooking method
Grilling

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
180 per serving
Protein
24g
Carbohydrates
5g
Fat
7g

Supplies

Grill Tongs Bowl for marinating

Tools

Knife Cutting board

Serving suggestions

Serve the Kerang Bakar Makassar with steamed rice and a side of sambal for a complete meal.

Tips & tricks

Make sure to discard any clams that do not open after grilling, as they may not be safe to eat.

Cost

$15