Clams Casino is a great way to mix up your summer backyard gatherings!
Looking for a delectable seafood dish that will impress your guests at the next BBQ? Try our irresistible BBQ Clams Casino recipe! This mouth-watering appetizer combines fresh clams, savory bacon, and a zesty breadcrumb topping, all cooked to perfection on the grill. Perfect for summer gatherings, this easy-to-follow recipe will bring a taste of the coast to your backyard
Servings 3-4 people
Prep time 20-30 minutes
Cook time 15-30 minutes
Ingredients
- 12-16 Little Neck clams
- 1 shallot, halved and peeled
- 1/2 lemon
- 1 head garlic, split horizontally
- 1/2 cup dry white wine
- 1 quart water
- 3 slices low sodium bacon, each cut into 4 pieces
Filling
- 1 tbsp roasted red peppers, minced
- 1 tbsp roasted Calabrian chili peppers, minced(If you don’t like hot peppers use roasted red bell peppers)
- 2 tbsp shallots, minced
- 1 tsp garlic, minced
- Chopped clam meat from 12-16 steamed clams
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1/4 cup (1 1/2 oz) grated Parmesan cheese
- 3 tbsp panko bread crumbs
- 4 tsp fresh chopped parsley
- 2 tsp dried oregano
- 1/2-1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1/2 tsp lemon zest
Instructions for Clams Casino
Purging the Clams: First, purge your clams in 1 quart of salted water for 1-3 hours to ensure they are clean.
Preparing the Clams: Then, heat up some oil in a skillet. Add the halved lemon and the horizontally split head of garlic. Next, add your purged Little Neck clams. Squeeze in the lemon juice and pour in the white wine. Cover the clams and let them steam until they all open up.
Cooling the Clams: Once all the clams have opened, remove them from heat and let them cool.
Making the Filling: In a skillet over medium-low heat, melt the butter. Add the diced prosciutto and let it cook down for about 2 minutes. Following that, add the diced shallots. After 1 minute, add the minced garlic. Let all this cook together for a few minutes. Then, add the roasted red and Calabrian chili peppers, allowing all the flavors to meld together.
Chopping Clam Meat: Remove the clams from their shells and mince them.
Mixing the Filling: In a mixing bowl, combine the bread crumbs, chopped parsley, dried oregano, Parmesan cheese, minced clams, olive oil, and the roasted pepper prosciutto mixture. Mix thoroughly until the mixture becomes pasty (add more olive oil if needed).
Cooking Process
Stuffing the Clams: Once everything is well incorporated, stuff all your clam shells with the clam mixture.
On top of each clam, add a piece of cut bacon.
Smoking the Clams: Set your smoker or oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit(176°C). Cook your clams until the bacon is cooked through, which should take around 10-15 minutes.
Finishing Touches: Once cooked, remove from your smoker. Drizzle some lemon juice over the top and garnish with fresh chopped parsley.
Serving: Plate up and enjoy your delicious stuffed clams with bacon!
By following these steps, you will create a delectable dish that combines the briny taste of clams with the savory flavors of bacon and roasted peppers. This recipe is perfect for a special occasion or a delightful appetizer for your next gathering. Enjoy!
I also have a BBQ Clam Recipe that requires less time than this recipe!
