KIMCHI GAZPACHO WITH CLAMS

Kimchi Gazpacho With Clams image

Provided by Melissa Clark

Time 30m

Yield 12 to 16 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

3 cups peeled, seeded and chopped ripe tomatoes (about 2 large)
1/2 cup kimchi (or more to taste) with juice, cut into small dice
1/2 cup peeled and roughly chopped Kirby cucumber
1 large clove garlic, center sprout removed
2 to 3 tablespoons rice wine vinegar
Salt and ground black pepper to taste
8 uncooked littleneck clams, shucked and diced
Minced or whole chives, for garnish

Steps:

In a blender, purée tomatoes, kimchi, cucumber and garlic. Season with vinegar, salt and pepper. Chill.
To serve, divide chilled soup among shot glasses or espresso cups. Garnish with chopped clams and chives.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 16, UnsaturatedFat 0 grams, Carbohydrate 2 grams, Fat 0 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 2 grams, SaturatedFat 0 grams, Sodium 122 milligrams, Sugar 1 gram, TransFat 0 grams