Braised Clams (Home-style)
Here's a step- 5 -step guide to making braised clams at home, with pictures. Soak fresh clams in sea salt overnight; the room temperature should not be too high or too low. Rinse thoroughly under running water, removing any clams that are wide open, cracked, or floating.
Method
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Step 1
Soak fresh clams in sea salt overnight, ensuring the room temperature is neither too high nor too low. Rinse thoroughly under running water, discarding any that are wide open, cracked, or floating.
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Step 2
Bring water to a boil in a pot, then add scallions, ginger, and cooking wine.
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Step 3
Blanch the clams until they all open, then remove them and set aside.
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Step 4
Heat oil in a wok. Add plenty of scallions and ginger slices, a few peppercorns and star anise to remove any fishy smell and enhance the flavor. Sauté until fragrant, then add a spoonful of red chili bean paste, a spoonful of dark soy sauce, two spoonfuls of light soy sauce, two spoonfuls of oyster sauce, and some water. Bring to a boil over high heat.
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Step 5
Stir-fry evenly and season to taste.
Nutrition
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