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RECIPE

Steamed Mussels and Clams


Stainless Steel Stockpot with Pasta Insert

Seafood

Under 30 minutes

4-6


INGREDIENTS

  • 2 Tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1/2 tsp fennel seed
  • ¼ cup fennel, trimmed, cored, and finely diced, fronds reserved for garnish
  • ¼ cup tomato, finely diced
  • 2 lb. mussels, cleaned
  • 1lb. clams, rinsed
  • ½ cup white wine
  • ¼ tsp crushed red pepper flakes
  • 1 Tbsp unsalted butter
  • 2 Tbsp. chives, chopped

RECIPE NOTES

Calling all seafood lovers to the table! We have the recipe for you. Our Steamed Mussels and Clams recipe is extremely easy to prepare, providing a delicious dish with the minimum fuss. Featuring mussels, clams, and a variety of herbs and spices, this recipe is rich in flavour. Serve with crusty bread or add to pasta for a full meal.

All you’ll need to prepare this dish is your Stainless Steel Stockpot with Pasta Insert. This piece of cookware is perfectly suited for steaming seafood, locking in heat and moisture thanks to its high walls and tight-fitting lid. If you are unsure how to steam seafood, be sure to check out our technique video.

This recipe is easy to make and healthy making it a great option for a pescatarian dinner. Our Steamed Mussels and Clams recipe serves between four and six people at a time but can easily be adjusted for larger servings. Be sure to grab your mussels and clams when they are in season and follow the five simple steps below for the ultimate seafood main course. Enjoy!

INGREDIENTS

  • 2 Tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1/2 tsp fennel seed
  • ¼ cup fennel, trimmed, cored, and finely diced, fronds reserved for garnish
  • ¼ cup tomato, finely diced
  • 2 lb. mussels, cleaned
  • 1lb. clams, rinsed
  • ½ cup white wine
  • ¼ tsp crushed red pepper flakes
  • 1 Tbsp unsalted butter
  • 2 Tbsp. chives, chopped

INSTRUCTIONS

In a pot, warm the oil and fennel seed over high heat until fragrant, about 1 minute.

Add the diced fennel and tomato, season with salt, and cook until softened, about 2 minutes.

Add the mussels, clams, wine, and red pepper flakes. Cover and cook, shaking the pan occasionally, until some of the mussels and clams begin to open, about 3 minutes.

Uncover, add the butter, and continue to cook until all the mussels open, about 3 minutes more. Toss to mix the ingredients.

Garnish with the fennel fronds and chives.

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