Title: Hamaguri Sakami (Sake Seasoned Clams)
Categories: Appetizer Oriental
Yield: 12 Servings
| 12 | | Littleneck Clams or Cockles |
| 3 | tb | Sake |
| 6 | | Thin slices of lemon |
| 1 1/2 | pt | Boiling Water |
| 1 | pn | MSG |
PREPARE IN ADVANCE: Have clams shelled, save shells. Discard shallow
halves, scrub the deep halves. Drop the shells into boiling water, boil for
2-3 minutes, then drain. Rinse and dry. TO COOK AND SERVE: Bring the Sake
to boil over high heat. Sprinkle MSG, then drop in the clams, stir gently,
and cover. Cook over moderately high heat for 3-4 minutes, then remove the
clams and place in the shell. Garnish each clam with a slice of lemon.
Serve at room temperature.