Beer-Steamed Clams

Fresh hard-shell clams steamed in pale lager beer for a simple yet flavorful seafood dish. Served with fresh lemon for a bright citrus finish.

4 servings
8 min

Ingredients

  • 1 bottle pale lager
  • 5 pounds hard-shell clams
  • 2 halves lemon

Cooking Instructions

  1. 1.

    Bring beer to a boil in a large heavy pot. Add clams. Cover pot, reduce heat to medium, and steam clams until they open, 6-8 minutes. Using a slotted spoon, transfer clams to a large bowl or platter (discard any that do not open). Serve with lemon halves.

    8 min