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Beer Steamed Clams

Littleneck clams steamed in beer, citrus, and watercress.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Course Appetizer
Cuisine American
Servings 2
Calories 160 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 2 Dozen Littleneck Clams
  • 1 Beer Pale Ale or something light with a touch of citrus
  • Zest and Juice of One Orange
  • 1 cup Watercress

Instructions
 

  • Place your clams into a pot and pour the beer in. Steam the clams in the pot, with the lid on until the clams open. Remove from the heat then add the watercress, orange zest, and orange juice into the pot, stir the clams, and cover for a couple of minutes then serve.
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