Clams and matico (Almejas al matico)

Almejas al matico is a traditional dish originating from Chile. The dish is usually made with a combination of clams, matico leaves, lemon juice, onions, garlic, olive oil, salt, and black pepper. The clams are washed and soaked in cold water in order to remove any sand residue.

The onions, garlic, and matico leaves are chopped and mixed with lemon juice, salt, pepper, and olive oil. The clams are added to the mixture, and almejas al matico is ready to be served, typically as an appetizer in washed clam shells.