Garlic Butter Shrimp & Clams

 

️ Ingredients:

For the Seafood:
1 lb fresh shrimp, peeled & deveined
1 lb fresh clams, scrubbed & cleaned
2 tablespoons olive oil
4 tablespoons butter
4 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 teaspoon chili flakes (adjust for spice) ️
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
1 teaspoon cumin
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 cup white wine or seafood broth
1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
Juice of 1 lime

Instructions:

1️⃣ Prepare the Seafood – Rinse and clean the clams, discarding any that are open and don’t close when tapped. Pat the shrimp dry and season with salt, pepper, smoked paprika, and cumin.

2️⃣ Sauté the Garlic – In a large pan, heat olive oil and melt butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and chili flakes, stirring until fragrant.

3️⃣ Cook the Seafood – Add the shrimp and cook for about 2 minutes per side until pink. Remove and set aside.

4️⃣ Steam the Clams – Pour white wine (or broth) into the pan, then add the clams. Cover and let them steam for about 5-7 minutes until all clams open. Discard any that remain closed.

5️⃣ Combine & Finish – Return the shrimp to the pan, squeeze fresh lime juice, and sprinkle with chopped cilantro. Stir to coat everything in the flavorful garlic butter sauce.

6️⃣ Serve & Enjoy! – Serve hot with crusty bread, rice, or warm tortillas for a complete meal!

Pro Tip: Add a splash of Mexican hot sauce for an extra fiery kick! ️

This Mexican Garlic Butter Shrimp & Clams is an irresistible blend of garlicky, buttery, and spicy flavors—bringing the taste of the sea straight to your plate! ️