Recipe: Steamed Shrimp, Mussels, and Clams

This is a simple and common way of cooking shellfish. Fresh fish and other types of seafood can also be added to the mix.

Ingredients:

Handful of medium sized shrimp, scored lengthwise at the back
Handful of fresh mussels
Handful of medium sized clams
3 tbsp chopped garlic
1 tsp chopped chillies
1/2 c dry white wine
3/4 c chicken stock
1 tsp sugar or mirin
2 tsp chopped parsley
2 tbsp butter
Salt and pepper to taste

Procedure: Season shrimp lightly with salt. In a pan, heat 3 tbsp of oil. When oil is very hot, add shrimp and saute just until colored. Remove shrimp from pan and lower heat to medium. Saute garlic and chillies briefly then add in mussels and clams. Saute for 1 minute then add white wine. Simmer for 1 minute then add chicken stock and sugar. Season with salt and pepper. Cover pan and continue cooking until mussels and clams open. Add shrimp and butter, increase heat to high and continue cooking for 1 or 2 minutes more. Turn off heat and add parsley ( if using dry parsley add it together with the shrimp). Serve with toasted bread or pasta, or sprinkle with croutons. Done!