Steamer Clams With Beer And Chorizo

The recipe for this steamer clams calls for Chorizo. Chorizo is made from pork and pork fat. They are seasoned with smoked paprika, salt, and sometimes with garlic and herbs. I like the smoky flavor of chorizo in this steamer clams and they taste great!



Recipe adapted from Meals For Every Occasion by Ricardo Larrivée

Steamer Clams With Beer And Chorizo

Ingredients

2 Cloves Garlic, peeled and halved
3 Tbsp (45 ml) Olive Oil
1 Onion, chopped
1/4 lb (115 g) Chorizo, cut in rounds
2 Plum Tomatoes, crushed
4 Sprigs Fresh Thyme
6 oz (170 ml) Beer (1/2 bottle)
2 lb (1 kg) Steamer Clams or small clams, scrubbed
Salt and pepper

Method

In a saucepan over medium heat, soften the garlic in the oil. Add the onion and chorizo. Brown over medium heat. Add the tomatoes and thyme. Simmer for about 2 minutes.

Add the beer and clams. Cover and bring to a boil. Stir, reduce the heat and simmer until all the clams open, about 5 minutes. Discard any unopened clams. Adjust the seasoning.