Gluten-Free Clams Casino
By the Gluten Free Recipes team ·
These Gluten-Free Clams Casino offer a delightful bite, featuring briny clams topped with a savory, crispy breadcrumb mixture and a hint of smoky bacon. They are perfect for any gathering, providing a sophisticated appetizer without the gluten.
At a glance: This easy party and appetizers recipe yields 8 servings in about 30 minutes (10 min prep, 20 min cook). It uses 11 ingredients — including fresh clams, bacon, olive oil — and walks through 5 steps. Updated . Browse more party and appetizers recipes or return to all gluten-free recipes.
Cross-Contamination Warning for Gluten-Free Clams Casino: When preparing this party and appetizers recipe, in a shared kitchen, avoid porous materials — wooden spoons, wooden cutting boards, and scratched non-stick pans can harbor gluten proteins even after washing. Prefer glass, metal, or silicone tools.
Gluten-Free Notes for Gluten-Free Clams Casino: This recipe is naturally gluten-free by using certified gluten-free breadcrumbs and avoiding any gluten-containing grains. It's a safe and delicious choice for those with celiac disease or gluten sensitivities.
Ingredients
- 24 large fresh clams, scrubbed clean
- 4 slices bacon, cooked until crisp and crumbled
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 small onion, finely minced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 0.5 cup gluten-free breadcrumbs
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 0.25 tsp salt
- 0.125 tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp butter or olive oil, for greasing
Instructions
- 1
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and lightly grease a baking sheet with butter or olive oil. Arrange the scrubbed fresh clams on the prepared baking sheet, ensuring they are in a single layer. Discard any clams that are open and do not close when tapped.
- 2
In a medium skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat until shimmering. Add the finely minced onion and sauté for about 3-4 minutes until softened and translucent. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
- 3
Remove the skillet from the heat and stir in the gluten-free breadcrumbs, crumbled crispy bacon, chopped fresh parsley, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper. Mix everything together until well combined, creating a flavorful topping mixture.
- 4
Carefully spoon about 1-2 tablespoons of the breadcrumb mixture onto the top of each clam, pressing gently to adhere. Ensure each clam is generously topped for maximum flavor and texture.
- 5
Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the clam liquor is bubbling and the breadcrumb topping is golden brown and slightly crisp. The aroma will be wonderfully savory. Serve immediately while hot.
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Tips & Notes
- Brown the butter before adding it for a nutty, caramel depth that elevates simple recipes.
- If substituting olive oil for butter, use about 3/4 the amount (olive oil is 100% fat, butter is ~80%).
- Roll the lemon firmly on the counter before cutting to get significantly more juice.
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