UNVEILING THE ART OF CREATING DELICIOUS STEAMED ELEPHANT TRUNK CLAMS WITH LEMONGRASS

Elephant trunk clams, also known as snail elephant trunks, are a cherished type of shellfish. These clams are transformed into various delightful dishes, and one standout creation is the enticing steamed elephant trunk clams with fragrant lemongrass.

Ingredients for steamed elephant trunk clams with lemongrass

- 1kg of fresh elephant trunk clams

- Pineapple: 1/2 fruit

- Lemongrass: 3 stalks

- Vietnamese coriander: 1 small bunch

- Dried shallots: 2 bulbs, fresh chili: 3 pieces

- Seasonings: sugar, broth powder, cooking oil, MSG

Ingredients for making steamed elephant trunk clams with lemongrass

How to make steamed elephant trunk clams with lemongrass

Step 1: Prepare the ingredients for making steamed elephant trunk clams with lemongrass

- After purchasing elephant trunk clams, soak them in water for 20-30 minutes to soften and peel off the dirt on the shells. Use a brush to scrub and sign the shells to remove all the dirt.

- Next, prepare hot water for soaking the elephant trunk clams for 10-15 minutes. Then peel off the outer layer on the head of the elephant trunk clams, use your hands to separate the mouth of the clams, and wash the belly thoroughly to remove all sand and slime from the clam meat.

- Clean the lemongrass, cut one part into thin slices with a knife, and cut the remaining part into pieces, then crush them.

- Clean the Vietnamese coriander, wash it thoroughly, and let it drain.

- Clean dried shallots, crush them, and finely chop fresh chili.

- Cut the pineapple into small pieces.

Prepare the ingredients for making steamed elephant trunk clams with lemongrass

Step 2: Proceed to make steamed elephant trunk clams with lemongrass

- Prepare a steamer and layer pineapple and lemongrass at the bottom. Then place the elephant trunk clams on top of the lemongrass and pineapple layers. Season with a bit of sugar, broth powder, a dash of chili, sliced lemongrass, and pour some water into the steamer.

Proceed to make steamed elephant trunk clams with lemongrass

- Place the steamer on the stove, bring it to a boil for about 2 - 5 minutes, then check if the elephant trunk clams are cooked. Turn off the heat and transfer the elephant trunk clams to a plate.

Finished product: Steamed elephant trunk clams with lemongrass

Exquisite Steamed Abalone with Lemongrass

Steamed abalone with lemongrass exudes a refreshing aroma, combining the fragrant scent of lemongrass with the enticing aroma of pineapple. The tender and sweet abalone meat, paired with a hint of chili salt and cilantro, creates a truly delightful dish.

And there you have it, our completed recipe for steamed abalone with lemongrass. We hope this simple steaming method brings a delicious and appealing new dish to your family.

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