Thai-style Steamed Clams

A few weeks ago, when my friend Eat A Duck I Must came to shoot my cookbook promo video for me, I made her a killer pot of Penang Assam laksa.

After she left, all the remaining spices had been sitting in my fridge in a dark corner—lemongrass, bird’s eye chilies, galangal, and lime juice.

Last week, my market was having a sale of Manila clams and I thought about a great recipe that would make use of the spices.

I made this yummy Thai-style steamed clams…

This steamed clams dish is everything Thai food is all about: hot, sour, aromatic, and addictive. Other than the spices, the secret ingredient is coconut water.

You can get canned coconut water at Asian stores, however, water is fine as the clams are naturally briny and flavorful.

I must say that the coconut water does add a subtle sweetness to the overall dish, and pairs perfectly with the exotic aromas of lemongrass and kaffir lime leaves.

Try this Thai steamed clams recipe the next time you have some Thai ingredients at hand.

I am certain you will enjoy the great taste.

How Many Calories per Serving?

This recipe is only 232 calories per serving.

What Dishes to Serve with This Recipe?

For a wholesome meal and easy weeknight dinner, I recommend the following recipes.

Chicken Pad Thai

Creamy Thai Coconut Chicken Soup (Instant Pot)

Fried Rice Vermicelli

Green Papaya Salad

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Thai-style Steamed Clams

Servings 2 people

Prep Time 10 minutes

Cook Time 10 minutes

Total Time 20 minutes

Thai-style Steamed Clams - this dish is everything Thai food is all about: hot, sour, aromatic, and addictive!

Calories 232 kcal

Author Bee | Rasa Malaysia

Ingredients

• 12 oz. clams, rinsed and scrubbed
• 1 tablespoon oil
• 1 stalk lemongrass white-part only, cut diagonally
• 3 slices galangal
• 6 bird's eyes chilies lightly pounded
• 1/2 cup coconut water
• 6 kaffir lime leaves slightly bruised
• 1/4 teaspoon fish sauce or to taste
• 2 teaspoons lime juice

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Directions

1. 1

   Heat up a wok with the oil. When the oil is heated, add the lemongrass, galangal, bird's eye chilies and do a few quick stirs. Add the clams and stir to combine, follow by the coconut water.

2. 2

   Add the kaffir lime leaves and cover the wok. Cook the clams for about 2-3 minutes or until all clams are open. Add the fish sauce and lime juice. Stir to blend well, dish out and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Thai-style Steamed Clams

Amount Per Serving (2 people)

Calories 232 Calories from Fat 72

% Daily Value*

Fat 8g12%

Saturated Fat 6g38%

Cholesterol 51mg17%

Sodium 1145mg50%

Carbohydrates 11g4%

Sugar 2g2%

Protein 25g50%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

Course: Thai Recipes

Cuisine: clams

Keyword: Thai-style Steamed Clams