Ingredients

  • 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
  • 8 ounces fresh or dried chorizo, peeled and diced or crumbled
  • 1 pound waxy potatoes, peeled and diced
  • 1 medium onion, sliced
  • 3 garlic cloves, sliced
  • Kosher salt
  • Freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 cup white wine
  • 1 1/2 pounds small clams, such as littlenecks
  • 3 tablespoons chopped cilantro
  • 1 scallion, thinly sliced

Method

  • In a large heavy pot heat the oil over medium high heat until hot.
  • Cook the chorizo, stirring, until browned about 4 minutes.
  • Transfer the chorizo to a plate with a slotted spoon, reserving the fat in the pot.
  • Stir in the potatoes and cook, stirring occasionally, until golden, about 12 minutes.
  • Stir in the onion and garlic and cook until golden, about 6 minutes.
  • Stir in the wine and the clams and boil, covered, until the clams open wide, 10 to 12 minutes.
  • Divide the clam, vegetables and broth between bowls and sprinkle with cilantro and scallion.
  • Serve.