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
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.













