This recipe uses our fresh Manila clams in a preparation that is a wonderful example of the best Asian cuisine. Simple to prepare, yet abounding in complex flavors. 

Ingredients:

• 4-5 pounds Taylor Manila Clams
• ¼ cup butter
• 1 medium onion, sliced
• 1 tablespoon lemongrass, chopped
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 3 tablespoons cooking sherry
• 1-2 stalks celery, chopped
• 3 tablespoons hoisin sauce
• ½ lemon, juiced
• 2 tablespoons sesame seed oil
• 1 green onion, chopped, for garnish

Directions:

• In a pan with a fitted lid, melt butter and brown garlic
• Add onion, lemongrass, garlic, sherry, celery, hoisin sauce, lemon juice and sesame oil. Sauté lightly
• Add washed clams to mixture, mix well and cover
• Bring to boil and cook until clam’s open
• Sprinkle green onions on top, cover & cook for 3-5 minutes
• Serve and enjoy