Briny, sweet Washington clams steam in a buttery white-wine broth perfumed with leek, garlic, kale, and fresh dill. Sop up the savory juices with crispy, herb-roasted Yukon potatoes for a cozy, very PNW fall dinner in under 40 minutes.
Details
Ingredients
- Live Manila Clams (sustainably sourced) 2 lb, scrubbed $6.99/lb
- Organic Yellow Potatoes 1 lb, cut into 1-inch wedges $1.99/lb
- Organic Leeks (bunch) 1 small leek, white/light green only, thinly sliced $3.99/lb
- Simple Truth Organic Garlic Bulbs 3 cloves, minced $1.99 (3 ct)
- Organic Lacinato Kale 2 cups, finely chopped (stems removed) $2.79/ea
- Simple Truth Organic Baby Dill 2 tablespoons, chopped $2.49 (0.5 oz)
- Dry white wine 1/2 cup
- Low-sodium chicken stock (or water) 1/2 cup
- Unsalted butter 3 tablespoons, divided
- Extra-virgin olive oil 2 tablespoons
- Lemon 1, cut into wedges
- Crushed red pepper flakes (optional) Pinch
- Kosher salt & black pepper To taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 450°F. Place a rimmed sheet pan inside to heat.
- Rinse clams under cold water, scrubbing shells. Discard any with cracked shells or that remain open when tapped. Keep chilled.
- Toss potato wedges with 1 tablespoon olive oil, salt, and pepper. Carefully add to the hot sheet pan and roast, flipping once, until golden and crisp, 20–25 minutes.
- While potatoes roast, heat a large deep skillet or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add 1 tablespoon olive oil and 1 tablespoon butter. Sauté sliced leeks with a pinch of salt until tender, 4–5 minutes. Stir in garlic and a pinch of red pepper; cook 30 seconds.
- Pour in wine and stock; bring to a lively simmer. Add clams, cover, and steam until most are open, 6–8 minutes. Discard any that don’t open.
- Stir in chopped kale and 1 tablespoon butter; simmer uncovered 1–2 minutes to wilt. Off heat, fold in dill and a squeeze of lemon. Taste and season broth with salt and pepper.
- Finish potatoes with remaining 1 tablespoon butter tossed on the hot pan and a sprinkle of dill if desired.
- Serve clams and broth in warm bowls with crispy potatoes on the side and extra lemon wedges.
Health notes: Approx. 600–650 calories per serving. High in protein, B12, and iron from clams; rich in potassium and fiber from potatoes and kale. Moderate saturated fat; adjust butter to taste.
Drink pairing: Chateau Ste. Michelle Dry Riesling (Columbia Valley) or Fremont Brewing Golden Pilsner.