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Clam Salad

Tender steamed clams tossed with crisp shredded cabbage, aromatic fresh herbs, and a zesty lime chili dressing.

30 minEasyServes 4180 cal/serving

VietnameseSaladStovetopPescatarianLow CarbHigh ProteinHalal-friendlyGluten-FreeDairy-FreeEgg-FreePork-FreeAlcohol-FreeCorn-Free

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Ingredients

  • 2 lbs Manila clams, rinsed
  • 3 tbsp fresh lime juice
  • 2 tbsp fish sauce
  • 2 tbsp granulated sugar
  • 2 garlic clove, minced
  • 2 Thai bird eye chili, minced
  • 3 cups green cabbage, shredded
  • 1 cup carrot, julienned
  • 1/2 cup fresh mint leaves, torn
  • 1/2 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 1/4 cup roasted peanuts, crushed

Instructions

  1. 1

    Bring a small pot of water to a boil over medium-high heat.

  2. 2

    Add 2 lbs rinsed Manila clams, cover tightly, and steam for 5 minutes until shells open fully and reach an internal temperature of 145°F.

  3. 3

    Remove meat from shells, discard unopened clams, and allow meat to cool completely.

  4. 4

    In a small bowl, whisk 3 tbsp fresh lime juice, 2 tbsp fish sauce, 2 tbsp granulated sugar, 2 minced garlic clove, and 2 minced Thai bird eye chili until sugar dissolves.

  5. 5

    In a large bowl, combine 3 cups shredded green cabbage, 1 cup julienned carrot, 1/2 cup torn fresh mint leaves, 1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro, and cooled clam meat.

  6. 6

    Drizzle dressing overall, toss gently to combine, and top with 1/4 cup crushed roasted peanuts before serving.

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Questions

What internal temperature should Clam Salad reach?

For Clam Salad, the target internal temperature is 145 F (about 65 C), given in step 2. A probe thermometer removes the guesswork.

Is there a substitute for fish sauce in Clam Salad?

The entry for Clam Salad calls for 2 tbsp fish sauce. In its place: Soy sauce with a squeeze of lime covers the salt and some of the savor. For a vegetarian version, use a mushroom-based soy sauce. Start with the same volume and adjust.

Is Clam Salad keto-friendly?

A serving of Clam Salad carries 12 g of carbohydrate, 3 g of it fiber. Against a strict 20 g keto day that is 60 percent of the budget; against a moderate 100 g low-carb day it is 12 percent.

Does Clam Salad contain peanuts?

Yes: 1/4 cup roasted peanuts, crushed. The full allergen list for this entry is peanuts, shellfish and fish. Where the peanuts are a garnish, toasted sunflower or pumpkin seeds give the same crunch. Packaged ingredients vary by brand, so check labels if the allergy is serious.

How long does Clam Salad keep?

The base of Clam Salad is cabbage, which holds up: it keeps three to four days refrigerated and tastes better after a few hours, once the dressing has soaked in. Hold back a spoonful of dressing to freshen it before serving. Add the peanuts at the table so it stays crisp. It does not freeze.

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