"Chip chip" (also known as baby clams or small sea clams) is a delicious seafood dish with natural sweetness, enhanced by aromatic herbs and spices. Recipe: Stir-Fried Chip Chip with Garlic or Lemongrass & Chili Ingredients:
500g baby clams (chip chip) 4 cloves garlic (minced) 2 stalks lemongrass (finely chopped) 1 chili (optional, adjust to taste) 2 tbsp cooking oil 1 tsp seasoning powder 1/2 tsp black pepper 1/2 tsp sugar 1/2 tsp fish sauce Green onions or Vietnamese coriander (optional)
Instructions:
Prepare the baby clams: Rinse the clams thoroughly with salt water multiple times to remove any sand. Soak them in water with a few slices of chili for about an hour to help expel any remaining sand.
Stir-fry the clams: Heat the oil in a pan, then add garlic (or lemongrass) and stir-fry until fragrant. Add the baby clams and stir quickly over high heat. Season with fish sauce, seasoning powder, sugar, pepper, and chili. Stir well for about 3-5 minutes until the clams open up.
Finish and serve: Sprinkle with chopped green onions or Vietnamese coriander, then turn off the heat. Serve hot and enjoy!
Notes:
If any clams remain closed after cooking, discard them as they may have been dead before cooking. For extra spiciness, add more chopped chili or chili sauce while stir-frying.
