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Mussels, clams, oysters & scallops

Fresh rice noodles and clams stir fry

Fresh rice noodles and clams stir fry

When we chanced upon vacuum-sealed fresh rice noodles and frozen shucked clams in the grocery, this dish happened.

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Clam soup with ginger and chilies

Clam soup with ginger and chilies

Simple but tasty, this clam soup with ginger and chilies has flavors associated with Filipino cuisine, as well as cuisines of Southeast Asian neighbors.

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Seared scallops with gingered teriyaki sauce

Seared scallops with gingered teriyaki sauce

Make the most out of pricey scallops by cooking them properly and seasoning them sparingly.

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Mussels and Spanish chorizo braised in ginger ale

Mussels and Spanish chorizo braised in ginger ale

In Asia, seafood and ginger are natural partners. Since I love ginger ale, why not cook the mussels and chorizo in ginger ale?

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Mussels on the half shell topped with tomato sauce and cheese

Baked mussels with mozzarella and Parmesan

Inspired by dishes tagged a la Parmigiana, fresh mussels are heated until the shells partially open. The empty half shells are discarded before tomato sauce, mozzarella …

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Easy pan-fried scallops with crispy bacon

Easy pan-fried scallops with crispy bacon

With five minutes to prep and ten minutes to cook, you can have a delicious appetizer to enjoy with your New Year's Eve drinks. Double or triple the recipe if serving to …

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