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Hamaguri Sakami (Sake Seasoned Clams)
Ingredients
12 Littleneck Clams or Cockles

3 tbsp Sake

6 Thin slices of lemon

1 1/2 pt Boiling Water

1 pinch MSG

Preparation
PREPARE IN ADVANCE: Have clams shelled, save shells. Discard shallow halves, scrub the deep halves. Drop the shells into boiling water, boil for 2-3 minutes, then drain. Rinse and dry.

TO COOK AND SERVE: Bring the Sake to boil over high heat. Sprinkle MSG, then drop in the clams, stir gently, and cover. Cook over moderately high heat for 3-4 minutes, then remove the clams and place in the shell. Garnish each clam with a slice of lemon.

Serve at room temperature.

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