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Machas a la Parmesana Chilean razor clams

April 29, 2021 by Pilar Hernandez

Versión en español

Machas a la Parmesana Chilean razor clamsTry this delicious and unusual Machas a la Parmesana. You could use clams instead of razor clams; the combination with the cheese and wine is unique but delicious.

Yesterday, a friend brought two Chilean cans of Machas (surf clams, razor clans) to our house, as you can imagine it was an excellent gift, and immediately we decided to make them “a la Parmesana.” Without the shells, the nicest is to use a shallow bowl.
Machas in the USA are known as surf clam, razor clam frozen in Asian supermarkets. Or sometimes, in high-end supermarkets, you see them canned. Geomar is a familiar Chilean brand.
Usually, in Chile, they are served in restaurants presented as the following picture:
Machas a la parmesanaAnother seafood dish that I love and is ubiquitous in Chile is the scallops a la Parmesana. Also traditionally served in their shells.
Ostiones a la parmesana

You may also be interested in the recipe: Razor Clam Ceviche.

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Machas a la Parmesana Chilean razor clams

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A classic appetizer, delicious with white wine.

  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4

Ingredients

Units
  • 2 cans (4-6 oz each) of Machas (Chilean razor clams or surf clams)
  • 3 slices of Havarti or Muenster cheese
  • 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/4 cup of white wine
  • a trickle of heavy cream, optional
  • butter, optional

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven broiler to maximum temperature.
  2. Clean the Machas removing the bag with sand.
    Chilean razor clam - Machas Machas canned
  3. Put the Machas in a dish that can go to the oven, add the wine, salt, cream, butter in small pieces, and pepper to taste. Cover with Havarti cheese and Parmesan cheese.
    Cheese on top of machas
  4. Broil in the oven until the cheese begins to brown. Take it out carefully; it will be scorching and serve immediately with country bread.
    Machas a la Parmesana Chilean razor clams
  • Author: Pilar Hernandez
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Seafood
  • Cuisine: Chilean

Nutrition

  • Serving Size:
  • Calories: 219
  • Sugar: 0.5 g
  • Sodium: 687.5 mg
  • Fat: 13.4 g
  • Saturated Fat: 8.1 g
  • Carbohydrates: 3.7 g
  • Fiber: 0 g
  • Protein: 18.6 g
  • Cholesterol: 63.5 mg

Keywords: Machas, Parmesan machas, Razor clams with melted cheese

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Machas a la Parmesana, razor clams with melted cheese.


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  1. Kote Ferrer

    January 28, 2020 at 5:01 am

    Hello Pilar
    Where can I buy Machas in EEUU?
    thanks

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    • Pilar Hernandez

      January 28, 2020 at 1:46 pm

      The same Machas, they don’t sell them. You can buy at Asian supermarkets razor clams that they are similar.
      I bring cans from Chile.

      Reply
  2. Anonymous

    May 5, 2021 at 10:54 pm

    Me encanta siempre tus comidas ricas. Hube estado en chile y siempre busco las comidas chilenas aunque no soy chilena. Gracias!

    Reply
    • Pilar Hernandez

      May 6, 2021 at 12:46 pm

      Me alegro que encuentres recetas acá. Gracias por comentar.

      Reply
  3. Katrina

    November 7, 2021 at 4:44 pm

    Very tasty! Gourmet! 🙂 thank you for the recipe!

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Pilar Hernandez

      November 8, 2021 at 1:59 pm

      I’m glad you enjoyed it!

      Reply

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