Serve this dish over rice or angel hair pasta. A sprinkle of crumbled feta cheese and a side of crusty bread for soaking up the delicious sauce is highly recommended. For an extra layer of flavor, consider adding a splash of dry white wine to the sauce along with the tomatoes. Adjust the amount of red pepper flakes to your preferred level of spiciness. Fresh oregano can be used, use about 1 tablespoon chopped, added near the end of cooking
Clams Kokkinisto
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PREP TIME15 mins
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COOK TIME1 hrs
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TOTAL TIME1 hrs 15 mins
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SERVING6 People
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VIEWS102
Imagine briny clams simmered in a rich, aromatic tomato sauce, infused with Mediterranean herbs and a whisper of spice. This Clams Kokkinisto is a delightful twist on a Greek classic, perfect for a comforting yet elegant meal.
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate15 g
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Cholesterol53 mg
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Fiber3 g
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Protein13 g
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Saturated Fat2 g
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Sodium984 mg
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Sugar8 g
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Fat11 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
Follow The Directions
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StepIn a large saucepan or Dutch oven, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add the onion, celery, and garlic and sauté until softened, about 8-10 minutes.
02
StepStir in the crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, and clams (with their liquid). Season with bay leaves, red pepper flakes, oregano, salt, and pepper.
03
StepBring the mixture to a simmer, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 1 hour, or until the sauce has thickened and deepened in color.
04
StepStir in the remaining 2 tablespoons of olive oil just before serving. This adds a lovely richness and shine to the sauce.
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Mariela Steuber
Jun 1, 2025My kids are usually picky eaters, but they devoured this. I'll be adding this to our regular meal rotation.
Tyreek Koelpinpouros
May 9, 2025I found it a little too spicy for my taste, so I reduced the amount of red pepper flakes. Otherwise, it was perfect!
Claud Hand
Apr 20, 2025This is my new go-to clam recipe! So much better than the usual clam sauce. Thank you for sharing!
Sarah Schinner
Dec 8, 2024I added a bit of white wine as suggested, and it really elevated the dish. Will definitely make this again!
Camilla Kautzer
Dec 7, 2024Absolutely delicious! The clams add a wonderful briny flavor to the traditional Kokkinisto. My family loved it!
Caroline Heidenreichrutherford
Jul 2, 2024I let it simmer for a little longer than an hour to get the sauce even thicker. It was worth the extra time!
Berry Kuhlman
Jun 21, 2024Easy to follow recipe and the results were amazing. I served it over angel hair pasta with feta cheese and it was a hit!
Dahlia Welch
Jun 7, 2024The sauce was so rich and flavorful. I used canned diced tomatoes instead of crushed and it worked perfectly.