GRILLED CLAMS WITH FRIED GARLIC

GRILLED CLAMS WITH FRIED GARLIC image

Yield 4 appetizer servings

Number Of Ingredients 5

24 littleneck clams, scrubbed
3/4 c olive oil
8 cloves garlic sliced lengthwise
1/2 tsp red pepper flakes
juice of 1 lemon

Steps:

Prepare a grill for direct grilling over high heat. Lightly brush clams on both shell sides with olive oil. Arrange on grill grates, cover and cook unitl the shells pop open, about 3-6 mins.(cover grill with foil if you wnat to catch the juices). Pour the lemon juice into a baking dish large enought to hold clams in one layer. Transfer the clams to the dish with tongs, trying not to spill the juices. Heat the 3/4 c of olive oil in a small skillet. Add the garlic and cook til golden brown about 1-2 mins. Add the pepper flakes and stir for about 15 seconds. Pour over clams. Transfer clams to 4 deep bowls. Whisk the juices over heat for 1 minute and then pour over clams.