How to Reheat Stuffed Clam

Stuffed clams are a great appetizer before any meal, and they are fast and easy to make. You may not always have the time to prepare fresh meals, which is where leftovers come in. So, what do you do when you have leftover stuffed clam? You learn how to reheat it.

You can reheat stuffed clams using an oven, a microwave, or a grill. All methods are easy, quick, and take less than an hour.

If you want to learn how to reheat stuffed clams, you have come to the right place. In this post, I will walk you through the step-by-step procedure of each method. You will also learn about the best way to store stuffed clams. 

How to Reheat Stuffed Clam Using a Microwave

You can never overestimate the importance of a microwave in the kitchen. You can use it for different purposes, one of which includes reheating leftover stuffed clams. Remember only to reheat the quantity you need and eat them all because it is not advisable to reheat stuffed clams more than once. 

Follow the steps below to reheat stuffed clam in a microwave:

1. Follow the circular shape of the microwave-safe plate while arranging the clams, leave the middle open. Leaving space in the center allows the shells to open entirely with no limitation. 
2. Cover the safe plate with a well-fitted lid, then put it inside the microwave.
3. Set the microwave to a high temperature. 
4. Heat the clams for two to five minutes. You can leave them longer if they are not hot enough. The goal is to heat them until the shells open up completely.  
5. Serve the clams with broth, melted butter, and any herb of your choice. 

How to Reheat Stuffed Clam Using an oven

Stuffed clams are best reheated when they are cold. Thus, leave them in the freezer or refrigerator until you are ready to reheat them. 

Follow these steps below to reheat stuffed clams using an oven:

1. Bring out the stuffed clam from the refrigerator or freezer, but do not thaw.
2. Preheat the oven to a temperature of 450°F. Preheating the oven will ensure that the stuffed clam does not lose its texture before getting hot. 
3. Place the clam on the baking tray
4. Place the tray inside the oven. 
5. Heat for 20 to 30 minutes until the stuffed clam is heated through. 
6. Check the internal temperature of the clam to know if it is hot enough. If you are using a food thermometer, ensure it reads a temperature of at least 165°F.
7. Once the stuffed clam is well heated, take it out from the oven and serve hot. 

I really like the Alpha Grillers Instant Read Meat Thermometer, when reheating stuffed clams because of how quicky it provides a reading

How to Reheat Stuffed Clam on a Grill

Using a grill is one of the many ways to reheat stuffed clams. Whether you decide to wrap them or not will determine the overall texture of the clam when you are done reheating. Reheating stuffed clams on a grill is fast and does not require many steps to get to the desired result. 

Here are the steps to follow to reheat stuffed clam on a grill:

1. Take the stuffed clams out from the refrigerator or freezer, and remember not to thaw them. 
2. Place them in aluminum foil. Wrap the clams in the foil completely, leaving the top partly open. You do this to get a soft or moist texture, but the clam will have a crispy top after reheating.
3. Place the wrapped clam on the grill rake and heat at medium temperature. 
4. Grill them for about 20 to 30 minutes. 
5. Check the internal temperature with a food thermometer. Again, you should aim for about 165°F. 
6. Once the stuffed clams are hot enough, bring them down from the grill. Unwrap the aluminum foil and serve clams the way you like them. 

How to Store Stuffed Clam

Wouldn’t it be heartbreaking to prepare a large quantity of any meal but have it go to waste because you did not store it properly? There are two main ways to store stuffed clams. You can store clams either by keeping them in a freezer or refrigerator. 

The size of the clam and how long you want to store them for will help you decide which storage facility to use. 

Using a Refrigerator 

Use a fridge if you want to store a small number of clams you intend to use in the next few days. Put the stuffed clams in an air-free container and keep them in the refrigerator. 

Using a Freezer

To store larger quantities for a longer time, you should use a freezer. Ensure to use an airtight and air-free container, then keep the clams in the freezer. Your clams should be able to last for as long as 12 months if you store them at 0°.