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Manila Clams with Koji and Smoked Pork Belly Recipe

July 28, 2023

By Katalin Plummer, WSG Graduate Science Communications Fellow

This week on our Discover West Coast Seafood series, we have a recipe that is sure to entice even a seafood skeptic. San Diego-based executive chef, Andrew Bachelier, developed this Japanese-inspired dish featuring rich Manila clams and mouthwatering smoked pork belly. You can find this recipe and many more online at PlateOnline, or follow Chef Bachelier on Instagram.

For more sustainable seafood recipes and information, follow along with our Discover West Coast Seafood series!

 

Ingredients

Manila clams – Photo courtesy of Oregon Sea Grant

  • Oil, as needed
  • 10–12 Manila clams
  • 1 tsp diced shallot
  • 1 tsp sliced garlic
  • 1 tsp charred poblano pepper
  • Splash of white sake
  • 6 oz. green tomato dashi
  • 1 tbsp kosho butter
  • 1 tbsp koji paste
  • 5–7 chunks smoked pork belly (2–3 oz)
  • Cilantro for garnish
  • Chili oil
  • Lime juice to taste
  • 2 slices grilled bread
  • Salt to taste

Instructions

  1. Heat oil in skillet until hot, then toss in clams. You want to avoid the pan from flaring up.
  2. Add shallots, garlic, and poblano. Season with salt and let cook for a couple of minutes.
  3. Deglaze pan with a splash of white sake and add dashi, kosho butter, and koji paste. Season with lime juice and more salt if needed. Transfer to a serving bowl.
  4. Render and crisp up smoked pork belly.
  5. Garnish clams with pork belly, cilantro, and chili oil. Serve with grilled bread.

Recipe Courtesy of PlateOnline, by Chef Bachelier.

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