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Medium 1 hr 5 min~390 kcal 8/10
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Ameijoas a Bulhao Pato
Portuguese clams quickly steamed with olive oil, garlic, coriander, and lemon until the shells open.
Medium⏱️ 58 min📖 1 min readServes 4~300 kcal🇵🇹 Portuguese🌍 Full translation
20 min prep 8 min cook 30 min rest
- #High Protein
- #For Guests
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Timeline
Total 58 min- Prep20 min
- Resting/Marinating30 min
- Cooking8 min
Ingredients
4 servings
Quick:
- 1.2 kg Clams
- 4 yemek kaşığı(~60 ml) Olive oil
- 4 diş Garlic
- 0.5 demet Cilantro
- 3 yemek kaşığı(~45 ml) Lemon juice
- 1 tatlı kaşığı(~10 ml) Salt
- 0.5 çay kaşığı(~2.5 ml) Black pepper
- 0.3 su bardağı(~60 ml) Water
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Instructions
- 1
Soak the clams in cold salted water for 30 minutes, rinse several times, and drain.
30 min30:00 - 2
Turn the finely chopped garlic in olive oil for 1 minute, just until fragrant.
1 min01:00 - 3
Add the clams, water, and black pepper to the pot and cover.
- 4
Cook over high heat for 5 minutes, shaking the pot occasionally, until the shells open.
5 min05:00 - 5
Discard any unopened shells, then add the lemon juice and chopped cilantro.
- 6
Spoon the sauce over the shellfish and serve hot.
💡 Tip: If you cannot find live clams, use cleaned small mussels and discard unopened shells without forcing them; the seafood aroma stays clean.
🍽️ Serving suggestion: Serve the shellfish hot in a deep plate with their sauce, optional bread, and lemon wedges as a mezze starter.
Nutrition (per serving)
~300
kcal calories
28
g protein
18
g carbs
13
g fat
Protein 37%Carbs 24%Fat 39%
Approximate values, derived from ingredient amounts using USDA FoodData Central and TÜBİTAK Turkish Food Composition Database. Actual values can vary by roughly ±20% depending on cooking method, brand, and portion size. For diet or medical conditions, consult a dietitian or doctor.
This recipe may contain allergens
- Seafood
Allergens are derived automatically from the ingredient list, covering the main groups of the EU-14 food allergen standard (gluten, milk, eggs, peanuts, tree nuts, soy, seafood, sesame, celery, mustard). Cross-contamination (shared kitchen equipment, shared surfaces) isn't tracked, if you have a serious allergy, review the full ingredient list yourself and ask about preparation.
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FAQ
How many servings does Ameijoas a Bulhao Pato make?
This recipe serves 4.How long does Ameijoas a Bulhao Pato take?
Prep 20 minutes, cooking 8 minutes, including 30 minutes of passive resting; 58 minutes in total.Is Ameijoas a Bulhao Pato difficult?
This recipe is rated medium.How many calories does Ameijoas a Bulhao Pato have?
Approximately 300 kcal per serving. Protein: 28g, carbs: 18g, fat: 13g.Which allergens does Ameijoas a Bulhao Pato contain?
This recipe contains Seafood. Check it against your dietary needs.Which cuisine does Ameijoas a Bulhao Pato belong to?
This recipe belongs to Portuguese cuisine.How many ingredients does Ameijoas a Bulhao Pato need?
This recipe needs 8 ingredients.
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