The sweetness in the Pinot Gris blends well with the briny-flavored Northwest shellfish and enhances the vinaigrette. You can easily prepare these clams on your kitchen stove or on an outdoor grill with wood chips added to the coals. Mussels can be substituted for the clams. Plus: More Seafood Recipes and Tips
How to Make It
In a small saucepan, steep the saffron in the vinegar over low heat for 1 minute. Let cool, then whisk in the olive and vegetable oils and the pepper.
In a large skillet or saucepan, combine the vinaigrette with the clams, tomatoes, shallots, garlic and wine. Cover and cook over high heat for 5 minutes. Transfer any clams that have opened to a large bowl. Cover and continue to cook, removing the clams as they open. Pour the hot broth over the clams, leaving behind any grit. Garnish with the parsley and serve.
