Razor Clams with Chorizo

Method

• step 1

  Heat a large, deep frying pan or wide, shallow saucepan over a high heat.

• step 2

  Thickly slice or roughly chop the chorizo and fry in a little olive oil for about 5 minutes.

• step 3

  Add the butter and a dash more olive oil.

• step 4

  Scrub the clams well in cold water.

• step 5

  Add the garlic, the chilli, if using, and the clams to the pan with the chorizo.

• step 6

  5. Add the garlic, the chilli, if using, and the clams to the pan with the chorizo.

• step 7

  Toss the clams in the butter, then let them fry for a couple of minutes until they start to open.

• step 8

  Pour in the wine and let it bubble for a further minute.

• step 9

  Then add the parsley and season with salt and pepper