Taiwanese Style Stir-Fried Clams (炒蛤蜊)

炒蛤蜊 (Taiwanese Style Stir-Fried Clams) is a popular dish in Taiwanese cuisine, known for its savory and flavorful taste. This dish is often enjoyed as a main course or as a side dish with steamed rice.

Taiwanese Style Stir-Fried Clams (炒蛤蜊)

Ingredients

  • 2 pounds fresh clams, scrubbed and cleaned
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 small onion, thinly sliced
  • 2 red chilies, sliced
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon rice wine
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 2 green onions, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. In a wok or large pan, heat some oil over medium-high heat.
  2. Add the garlic, onion, and red chilies, and stir-fry for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
  3. Add the clams, soy sauce, rice wine, sugar, and water to the wok. Cover and cook for 5-7 minutes, or until the clams have opened.
  4. Garnish with chopped green onions and serve hot.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
15 minutes
Cooking time:
10 minutes
Total time:
25 minutes
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
250 per serving
Protein
20g
Fat
15g
Carbohydrates
10g

Supplies

Wok or large pan Cooking oil Cutting board Knife Measuring spoons Measuring cup

Tools

Tongs Cover for the wok or pan

Serving suggestions

Serving suggestions: Serve the stir-fried clams with steamed rice and a side of stir-fried vegetables for a complete meal.

Tips & tricks

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

Cost

$15