Getting the clams cooked and out of the shell can intimidate those unfamiliar with cooking this shellfish. Steam or grill clams in the shell to ensure the muscle is cooked safely. When the clam is completely cooked, the shell should open, exposing the tender meat inside. In some cases the shell won’t open.

Grilled Clams Casino BBQ Bob Style
Prep Time: 20 min
Ready In: 35 min
Perfect for those summer seafood cook outs, try BBQ Bob's Clams Casino on the Monolith Grill today!
  • 3 dozen Cherrystone clams (2-3” shells)
  • 1½ C Panko breadcrumbs
  • 1 stick of butter
  • 1 large finely chopped shallot
  • 1 finely chopped poblano pepper
  • 1 finely chopped jalapeno pepper
  • 1 tsp. red pepper flakes
  • ½ C. chopped parsley
  • 12-14 pcs. finely chopped prosciutto
  • 1 C. white wine
  • 2 lemons cut into wedges
  1. Set charcoal grill to 300°F over direct heat
  2. In a skillet, melt ½ stick of butter over med-high heat
  3. Add panko breadcrumbs and sauté until browned. Transfer to a bowl to cool
  4. In a large pot, cover and steam clams for approximately 10-12 minutes or until shells have opened
  5. Using tongs, transfer each clam to a bowl. Pry off the top shell of each clam and remove the clam from the bottom shell (only discard the top shell)
  6. Finely chop each clam and set aside
  7. In a skillet, melt ½ stick of butter over med-high heat
  8. Add shallots, prosciutto, red pepper flakes, poblanos, and jalapenos. Sauté for 4-5 minutes
  9. Add white wine and reduce over medium heat for a few minutes
  10. Remove the skillet from the heat and stir in panko and parsley. Let cool for 10 minutes.
  11. Spoon and tightly pack the mixture onto each clam shell
  12. Place the clams on the grill for approx. 20 minutes or until golden brown and cooked through (140°F – 150°F)
  13. Squeeze fresh lemon over the clams and serve immediately with ice cold beers!
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  1. Cook the clams within 2 days of buying them. It’s best to cook your clams as soon as possible. If that’s not an option, however, you can keep them for up to 2 days in a refrigerator. Throw out any clams that have been in your refrigerator for more than 2 days to avoid foodborne illnesses.
  2. How to Make Clams Casino. This recipe for Clams Casino couldn’t be simpler to make. First, I rendered some bacon in a pan then removed before it became totally crispy. While the bacon is cooking, wash the clams and arrange on a baking sheet. Roast the clams in the oven until they all open discarding any unopened clams.