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Grilled Razor Clams
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The recipe for grilled razor clams is a classic in Spanish cuisine. Do you know how to prepare this simple and tasty recipe? We'll show you!
The knives They are a delicious seafood with very good nutrients, ideal to consume as a starter or first course.
To prepare the recipe for grilled razor clams It is very important to have a quality product with lots of flavor, since it is the main ingredient and protagonist.
When cooking seafood, such as razor clams, the accompaniments should be light and supple to give the shellfish the spotlight.
Below, we explain how to make this recipe for 2 people in just a few steps.
How to prepare razor clams before the recipe
Before starting with the recipe, It is essential that the knives are completely clean.
This is especially true when using fresh razor clams, as our razor clams come clean and ready to cook any recipe you like.
In Delfín, in the most special, we have the raw American razor clams that you can use for this recipe and that makes preparation easier.
You only have to defrost the amount of razor clams you need. in the lower part of the fridge, for at least 12 hours, and they would be ready to begin with the recipe.
On the other hand, if you use fresh razor clams, you should wash them in cold water and soak them in water and salt for several hours. It's recommended to change the water every hour, rinse, and soak them again.
This process is carried out to remove sand, dirt and any remaining soil that may be present on the razor blades.
How to cook razor clams
The recipe for grilled razor clams has two very typical variants: with garlic and parsley (al ajillo) or with lemon.
These are two ways to accompany razor clams, enhancing their flavor without stealing the spotlight.
Some people prefer to eat razor clams without any additives, it depends on each person's personal taste.
In this recipe we are going to add both garlic and parsley as well as lemon, but as we mentioned it is optional and up to each person's taste.
Ingredients for people 2
- 400 g of raw razor clams
- Chopped garlic
- Fresh parsley
- Coarse or fine salt
- Extra virgin olive oil
How to make razor clams in the pan
- If you have frozen razor clams, you can skip to step 2. If they're fresh, start by cleaning them (if necessary) as explained above. Rinse them with cold water and leave them in a bowl with water and a handful of salt for a couple of hours (a little less time is fine, but at least 30 minutes). Change the water and rinse them a couple of times.
- In a large skillet, add a splash of extra virgin olive oil and heat over medium-high heat. Add the razor clams.
- While they're cooking, prepare the mash. Add the chopped garlic to the mortar, along with a pinch of salt, parsley, and a squeeze of lemon. Mash well until everything is combined into a single sauce.
- Just before finishing cooking the razor clams, add the garlic and parsley mixture. This will help the razor clams finish cooking and be ready to remove from the grill.
- We could serve the razor clams with a pinch of fresh parsley or a squeeze of lemon juice on top. First, check to make sure everything is to your liking, as the puree will enhance the flavor, and if you overdo it, there's no going back.
Alternative to prepare this recipe and cook razor clams
We've prepared some grilled razor clams, adding a little garlic and parsley to give them more flavor, although they can be grilled without anything and they'll be just as good.
But What if I don't like garlic?
Well, it's very simple. You could make the same recipe for grilled razor clams with lemon. You wouldn't need garlic or parsley, just the juice of half a lemon.
To make it, you'd follow the same steps, but you wouldn't add any other mixes. You'd just add the lemon juice along with the razor clams so everything cooks together. The rest of the steps would be the same.
The amount of lemon is to taste, if you don't like the citrus flavor very much, a few drops of lemon juice will be enough.
You can also accompany it with cayenne or some spicy spice.
Other recipes with razor clams
Razor clams in garlic
FAQ
Can you use frozen razor clams for this recipe?
Yes, you can use both fresh and frozen razor clams to grill them, and the flavor and results won't change. The best part is having them frozen so you can use them whenever you need them and avoid having to worry about buying them. They'll be ready whenever you want!
The difference is in the preparation: fresh razor clams should be cleaned well with water and salt, while frozen razor clams should be left to thaw the day before.
Why do razor clams have to be covered when cooking them?
The grilled razor clams will be cooked with the oil we have added and also with the steam from the water they release, along with the lemon if added.
Therefore, It is important that you cover the pan completely when you add the product.
You just have to keep in mind that after 3 minutes they have to be turned over to cook on the other side.
Also, if you don't cover the pan and let it cook for the time we mentioned, they may end up raw.
Are grilled razor clams good for your health?
Yes, razor clams are a very nutritious seafood., with few calories and a multitude of vitamins (A, B, C and D) and minerals, such as iron or zinc.
It is a very healthy and flavorful dish, which has two great advantages: its versatility and the ease of preparation of the recipe.
