Northwest Clam Bake Recipes

NORTHWEST CLAMBAKE IN THE OVEN

Steps:

• Preheat oven to 350°F.
• Cut two 24-inch lengths of aluminum foil and place on a flat surface in a cross-shaped pattern.
• Place the lettuce leaves in the center of the foil and top with the halibut fillet, then place the clams, mussels, and spot prawns on top.
• Place the potatoes, corn, snow peas, and yellow squash around the halibut, then pull up sides of the foil around the vegetables to form a bowl shape.
• Sprinkle the garlic over the seafood and vegetables, place the herb sprigs on top of the seafood, then drizzle clam juice over all.
• Bring the long sides of foil up until they meet in the middle and secure tightly.
• Fold the remaining ends to seal tightly.
• Place the packet on a baking sheet and bake I hour.
• To serve, place the packet on an individual plate and unfold or cut open the foil at the table for an informal presentation.
• Alternately, unfold the foil in the kitchen, transfer contents of the packet to a plate, and discard the foil.

CLAM BAKE

Steps:

• Place a potatoes in a layer in the bottom of a large pot. Cover with a layer of clams, then mussels, and finally the shrimp. Pour in the vermouth and enough chicken broth to fill the pot halfway. You may not need all of the broth, depending on the size of your pot. Cut a half cup of the butter into cubes and place on top of the seafood. Cover with a lid, and seal tightly with aluminum foil.
• Bring to a boil, then simmer over medium-low heat for 45 minutes. Remove from the heat, and carefully remove the foil and lid. Remove the seafood and potatoes from the liquid and serve on a large platter, family-style.
• Melt 1/2 cup of reserved butter, and divide into 4 individual dishes for dipping. Serve with French bread and remaining softened butter for the bread.

NORTHWEST CLAM BAKE

Steps:

• Wash clam shells thoroughly. Peel onions; parboil for 15 minutes along with the potatoes. Drain. Remove corn silk and replace husks. Cut 12 pieces of cheesecloth and 12 pieces of heavy-duty aluminum foil, 18x36 inches each. Place 2 pieces of cheesecloth on top of 2 pieces of foil. Place 2 onions, a potato, an ear of corn, 1 dozen clams and 1/2 Dungeness crab on cheesecloth. Tie opposite corners of the cheesecloth together. Pour 1 cup of water over the package. Bring foil up over the food and close all edges with tight double fold. Make 6 packages. Place packages on grill, about 4 inches from hot coals. Cover with hood or aluminum foil. Cook for 45-60 minutes, or until onions and potatoes are cooked. Serve with lemon wedges and butter.