Savory Clam Bake Delight
Indulge in this flavorful Savory Clam Bake Delight that brings the taste of the coast to your kitchen. This rich stew is a delightful blend of succulent shrimp, fresh clams, hearty kielbasa, and an array of vegetables, all simmered in a savory broth. Perfect for gatherings or cozy dinners, this dish is sure to impress with its robust flavors and aromatic herbs. Enjoy it with buttery, toasted muffins for a satisfying and complete meal. Gather friends and family to share this signature creation, originally inspired by Rachael Ray.
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Servings
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Calories
22
Ingredients
Ingredients
extra virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons (none)
turkey kielbasa or regular kielbasa
3/4 lb (diced)
frozen diced hash browns
4 cups (half a 32-ounce bag)
large onion
1 (chopped)
celery ribs
4 (chopped)
bay leaf
1 (none)
fresh thyme sprigs
5-6 (none)
salt
to taste (none)
fresh ground black pepper
to taste (none)
large shrimp
2 lbs (peeled and deveined)
seafood seasoning (such as Old Bay)
1 tablespoon (generous palmful)
corn kernels
3 cups (from 4 large ears of corn or frozen)
diced fire-roasted tomatoes
1 (15 ounce) can (with their juices)
chicken stock
4 cups (none)
littleneck clams
4 dozen (none)
hot sauce
to taste (none)
lemon
1 (juice and zest of)
fresh flat-leaf parsley
1/4 cup (chopped)
jumbo English muffins, sourdough flavor
4 (split)
garlic clove
1 (peeled and halved)
softened butter
3 tablespoons (none)
fresh chives
2 tablespoons (chopped)
Instructions
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Savory Clam Bake Delight?
Savory Clam Bake Delight is a flavorful coastal stew featuring a blend of shrimp, clams, kielbasa, and vegetables simmered in a savory broth.
Who inspired this recipe?
This signature creation was originally inspired by Rachael Ray.
What type of meat is included in the stew?
The recipe calls for 3/4 lb of diced turkey kielbasa or regular kielbasa.
How many clams are needed?
You will need 4 dozen littleneck clams for this recipe.
What amount of shrimp is required?
The dish requires 2 lbs of large shrimp that have been peeled and deveined.
What kind of potatoes are used?
The recipe uses 4 cups of frozen diced hash browns, which is approximately half of a 32-ounce bag.
Can I use frozen corn?
Yes, you can use 3 cups of corn kernels from 4 large ears of corn or use frozen corn.
What liquid is used for the broth?
The broth is made using 4 cups of chicken stock and the juices from a can of fire-roasted tomatoes.
What seasoning provides the coastal flavor?
A generous palmful (1 tablespoon) of seafood seasoning, such as Old Bay, is used to season the dish.
What aromatics are included in the base?
The base includes a large chopped onion, four chopped celery ribs, a bay leaf, and fresh thyme sprigs.
Are there tomatoes in this clam bake?
Yes, it includes one 15-ounce can of diced fire-roasted tomatoes with their juices.
How is lemon incorporated?
The recipe uses both the juice and the zest of one lemon to add brightness to the flavor.
What bread is recommended for serving?
It is served with 4 jumbo sourdough-flavored English muffins that have been split and toasted.
How is the garlic used in the recipe?
A peeled and halved garlic clove is used to rub the toasted English muffins for extra flavor.
What type of butter is needed?
The recipe calls for 3 tablespoons of softened butter for the muffins.
What fresh herbs are used for garnishing?
The stew is garnished with 1/4 cup of chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley and 2 tablespoons of chopped fresh chives.
Is this a good dish for entertaining?
Yes, it is described as a perfect party dish for gatherings or cozy dinners.
What is the primary cooking oil used?
The recipe starts with 2 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil.
Can I make the stew spicy?
Yes, you can add hot sauce to taste to achieve your preferred level of heat.
How many total ingredients are in this recipe?
There are 22 different ingredients required for this Savory Clam Bake Delight.
What specific type of clams should I buy?
The recipe specifically recommends using littleneck clams.
Do I need to devein the shrimp?
Yes, the shrimp should be peeled and deveined before they are added to the stew.
What type of hash browns are used?
The recipe calls for frozen diced hash browns rather than shredded ones.
What creates the robust flavor in the broth?
The combination of kielbasa, fire-roasted tomatoes, seafood seasoning, and chicken stock creates a rich, robust broth.
Is this recipe considered difficult?
No, it is tagged as an easy recipe that is family-friendly and simple to prepare.
What category of cuisine does this fall into?
This dish is categorized as coastal cuisine and is a type of seafood clam stew.
Can I substitute the sourdough English muffins?
While sourdough flavor is recommended, you can use any jumbo English muffins of your choice.
How much thyme is used?
The recipe requires 5 to 6 fresh thyme sprigs.
What type of parsley is best for this dish?
Fresh flat-leaf parsley is used for its superior flavor compared to curly parsley.
How much kielbasa is needed?
The recipe requires 3/4 lb of turkey or regular kielbasa.