Ingredients

  • 2 1/2 pounds clams
  • 23 cup chicken broth
  • 2 tablespoons black bean sauce
  • 1 tablespoon sherry
  • 1 teaspoon cornstarch
  • 2 teaspoons chili sauce szechwan
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 1 scallions, spring or green onions minced
  • 2 teaspoons ginger root minced

Method

  • Place clams on steamer rack over water in saucepan.
  • Cover and bring to boil.
  • Cook 5 minutes, or just until shells open.
  • Drain.
  • Combine broth, black bean sauce, sherry, cornstarch and chili sauce; set aside.
  • Heat oil in wok or large skillet over high heat.
  • Add onion and ginger; stir-fry 30 seconds.
  • Add clams and black bean sauce mixture; cook and stir 30 seconds, or until sauce boils and thickens and clams are hot.
  • Serve plain or over hot, cooked noodles, as desired.