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Vongole in Bianco

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Vongole in Bianco

Clams steamed open in garlic white wine — the simplest, most satisfying Italian dish. Covering the pan immediately once the clams and wine go in traps enough steam to pop them open in just three to four minutes without overcooking.

Total time
43 min
Prep
35 min
Cook
8 min
Difficulty
easy
Cuisine
Italian

Ingredients

1kgfresh clams, scrubbed
5 clovesgarlic, sliced
150mldry white wine
3 tbspolive oil
1 large handfulflat-leaf parsley
dried chilli flakesto taste
crusty breadto serve

Instructions

1

Soak clams in cold salted water 30 minutes. Drain and discard any open ones.

2

Heat olive oil over high heat, add garlic and chilli, fry 1 minute.

3

Add clams and wine, cover immediately.

4

Cook 3–4 minutes, shaking the pan, until all clams open.

5

Discard any that remain shut.

6

Scatter parsley and serve with bread to soak up the juices.

Nutrition (estimated)

Per serving, based on a standard 4-serving portion and standard nutrition references — not a lab or USDA-verified measurement.

Calories
498
Protein
64.2g
Fat
15g
Carbs
15.3g
Fiber
0.2g
Sodium
1508mg

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