Small Clams with Rice

Small clams with rice are a delicious way to enjoy these seafood delicacies. This is a Chilean dish that, despite its simple preparation, is incredibly flavorful.

This recipe has been passed down through generations, making it a highly appreciated dish in Chilean cuisine.

We invite you to prepare this exquisite recipe!

Small Clams with Rice

Main Course
1 hour
Boiled
4 Servings

Ingredients

1 ½ kilogram of Small Clams

1 ½ cup of Rice

3 cups of Boiling Water

½ Small Onion

¼ Red or Green Pepper

½ Carrot

1 teaspoon of Salt

1 tablespoon of Butter

Preparation

Step 1 : Before cooking the clams, ensure they are alive. Just tap the shell gently; if they are alive, they will close.

Step 2 : If the clam remains open, it means it is dead and should be discarded.

Step 3 : Next, wash and scrub the clams.

Step 4 : Sauté the chopped onion in butter in a saucepan.

Step 5 : Add the chopped carrot and pepper into small cubes, then add the rice.

Step 6 : Sauté for two minutes; then add the clams, boiling water, and salt.

Step 7 : Cover well and cook on low heat for 20 minutes.

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