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Whether you are planning to host an event or just a memorable gathering with your friends or relatives, the clambake is a perfect way to make your party an unforgettable cuisine experience.
If you want to make your clambake event even more special, why not try a twist on the traditional? Here are the top Clambake food ideas that will tantalize your taste buds and impress your guests perfectly.
Classic New England Clambake
The classic New England clambake is recognized as the pinnacle of coastal cuisine. To prepare this clambake, you need clams, fresh lobster, potatoes, and corn on the cob. Dig a pit in the sand and layer the clambake ingredients on top of seaweed. Now cover everything with another layer and build a fire on the top so that it can easily get cooked. Leave it for a few hours and you will get a delicious blend of flavors that will surely impress your guests.
Asian Fusion Clambake
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This clambake is an ideal choice if you want to have an exotic twist of flavors! Start by preparing a tasty broth. Now combine seafood stock or vegetables, soy sauce, ginger, lemongrass, and other Asian spices in a large pot. You need to bring the broth to a simmer. Add ingredients like mussels, clams, prawns, bok choy, or other seafood or vegetables according to your preferences. Cover the pot and let all the ingredients get cook together for a while. It will surely remind your guests of the busy streets of Asia.
Tap Clam Grilled Clambake
Begin this delicious variation of clambake by literally tapping each clam. Take a large disposable roasting pan. Layer clams, oil, potatoes, onions, corn, herbs, wine, pepper, salt, bay leaves, and garlic. Place your pan on the grill and cover it. Cook them for around 25-30 minutes so that the potatoes get tender. Don’t forget to stir in butter to get extra richness and serve it with crispy bread.
Vegan Delights Clambake
Are you following a plant-based diet? A Vegan delights clambake is a perfect menu option for the clambake party if you or your guests are on a plant-based diet. Even if not, it can still satisfy your guest's taste buds perfectly. All you have to do is gather delicious vegan alternatives, such as king oyster mushrooms, heart of palm, jackfruit, or more. Simmer veggie stock with onions, seaweed, garlic, or white wine along with carrots, potatoes, or corn.
Avocado Crab Boats
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Brush the avocado halves with the help of a teaspoon of lime juice. It will help you cook the avocado without burning or browning. Now stir mayo, onion, cilantro, sour cream, lime zest, chili flake, and 2 teaspoons of lime juice. It’s time to pour the dressing over the crab meat and mix in salt and pepper. Stuff the avocado halves with the crab mixture. Garnish this delicious dish with additional herbs.
Mini Clambake Bites
Want a fun and bite-sized version of a clambake? These mini clambake bites are great for cocktail parties or appetizers. To prepare this amazing variation of a clambake, you need to stick the mini clams, grilled shrimp, and baby potatoes on small skewers or toothpicks. You can serve this mini-Clambake with your desired dipping sauce.
Coastal Barbeque Clambake
Start by grilling your favorite seafood delights, including shrimp skewers, lobster tails, or oysters. You also need to add some traditional clambake elements such as corn, potatoes, and clams. Now brush on a smoky barbecue sauce so that your guests will get an irresistible flavor fusion.
Surf and Turf Clambake
Wondering how to satisfy both meat enthusiasts and seafood lovers at your clambake? Don’t worry about it! This clambake option combines the best flavors of both worlds. Just add grilled chicken or succulent steak to your traditional clambake menu. It will surely impress your guests!
Creamy Macaroni Salad
To make a clambake variation of creamy macaroni salad, just cook the macaroni according to the package instructions. Then drain and cool it. Once cooled, mix Dijon mustard, mayonnaise, sour cream, salt, pepper, and lemon juice in a bowl. Now add diced onions, chopped cooked clams, and fresh dill to get a perfect seafood twist. Mix all these ingredients, including the dressing and macaroni. Keep it in a refrigerator for a few hours and then serve it!
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