Rachael Ray's Agrodolce Clams with Red Sauce
HOME > Recipes > Rachael Ray's Agrodolce Clams with Red Sauce

Rachael Ray's Agrodolce Clams with Red Sauce

"Linguine con vongole, or 'with clams,' is one of John's faves. I make it often in the summer, but to warm it up for winter I add another layer of flavor and serve this version." —Rach

Ingredients

  • 3 dozens littleneck clams or 3 lb. cockles

  • 3 tbsp. EVOO

  • 3 small shallots or 1 small onion, finely chopped

  • 6 fat cloves of garlic, thinly sliced or chopped

  • 4 tbsp. sun-dried tomato paste or regular tomato paste

  • 1 tbsp. fresh oregano, chopped, or 1 tsp. dried oregano

  • 1 tbsp. Calabrian chile paste or 1 tsp. crushed red pepper

  • 1 tsp. ground fennel or fennel pollen or fennel seed

  • ½ cup sweet (red) vermouth

  • 1 can (28 oz.) diced or crushed Italian tomatoes

  • ½ cup drained sweet Peppadew or sweet pickled cherry peppers, chopped, or sweet red pepper relish

  • Salt and pepper

  • A fat handful of fresh basil leaves, torn

  • Ciabatta or other crusty bread, for serving

Preparation

  • Step 1

    In a large bowl of ice water, scrub the clams well with a brush to get rid of any dirt and debris. 

  • Step 2

    In a large skillet or Dutch oven, heat the EVOO, three turns of the pan, over medium-high. Add the shallots and stir until they begin to soften, a minute or two. Add the garlic, tomato paste, oregano, chile paste, and ground fennel. Stir until the tomato paste darkens in color, about a minute more. Add the vermouth and cook until the liquid starts to reduce, 30 seconds or so. Stir in the tomatoes and peppers, then let the mixture come to a bubble. Season the sauce with salt and pepper. 

  • Step 3

    Add the clams and cover the pan. Cook until the clams open, 7 to 8 minutes (discard any that don’t open). Stir in the basil.

  • Step 4

    Divide the clams and sauce among shallow bowls. Serve with the bread.

The Tools You'll Need

You May Also Like

This recipe originally appeared on the Rachael Ray Show. For more recipes and videos from...
This recipe originally appeared on the Rachael Ray Show. For more recipes and videos from...
This recipe first appeared on the Rachael Ray Show. These keto-friendly stuffed zucchini boats hit...