How do you clean and cook little neck clams?

How do you clean and cook little neck clams?

Soak your clams for 20 minutes in fresh water just before cooking. As the clams breathe they filter water. When the fresh water is filtered, the clam pushes salt water and sand out of their shells. After 20 minutes, the clams will have cleaned themselves of much of the salt and sand they have collected.

How do you steam little neck clams?

Bring all ingredients to a boil in a large stockpot; reduce heat to a simmer. Cover tightly, and steam 3 to 5 minutes. Carefully remove lid; stir gently with a wooden spoon until clams open, discarding any that stay closed. Serve immediately.

How long does it take for little neck clams to open?

about 5 minutesGently add the clams to the boiling wine, then cover and steam until fully opened, about 5 minutes.