Spicy stir-fried clams

Method

1. 01

   Step 1

   Prepare the ingredients needed for this dish.

   

2. 02

   Step 2

   First, prepare the clams. Clean the clam shells thoroughly, then submerge them in enough water to cover them. Add a spoonful of salt and a few drops of sesame oil, and let them sit for two hours to allow the clams to expel the sand.

   

3. 03

   Step 3

   Then put cold water in a pot, add the clams to blanch them, and after the water boils, skim off the foam and cook for about two minutes.

   

4. 04

   Step 4

   Remove the clams from the water, rinse them thoroughly with cold water, and drain them.

   

5. 05

   Step 5

   Add a suitable amount of oil to the pot. Once the oil is hot, add the pickled ginger and pickled chili peppers and stir-fry over low heat for one minute. Add the old ginger and garlic and continue to stir-fry for one minute. Then add the broad bean paste, Sichuan peppercorns, and star anise and continue to stir-fry until a rich aroma is released. Finally, add the chili pepper pieces and continue to stir-fry.

   

6. 06

   Step 6

   Once all the seasonings have released their flavors, add the scallion segments and continue to stir-fry for another minute.

   

7. 07

   Step 7

   Now add the prepared clams and stir-fry over high heat until evenly mixed. Then you can add a little boiling water and simmer for one minute.

   

8. 08

   Step 8

   After simmering, the broth will reduce. Add oyster sauce and stir-fry for a few more moments.

   

9. 09

   Step 9

   Finally, add the chopped scallions and stir-fry briefly before serving.

   

10. 10

    Step 10

    A spicy stir-fried clam dish with a strong numbing and spicy flavor is ready!

    

11. 11

    Step 11

    Here's a picture of the finished product.