Grilled Clams With Fried Garlic

• 24 littleneck clams, scrubbed
• 3/4 c olive oil
• 8 cloves garlic sliced lengthwise
• 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes
• juice of 1 lemon

1. Prepare a grill for direct grilling over high heat.
2. Lightly brush clams on both shell sides with olive oil.
3. Arrange on grill grates, cover and cook unitl the shells pop open, about 3-6 mins.(cover grill with foil if you wnat to catch the juices).
4. Pour the lemon juice into a baking dish large enought to hold clams in one layer.
5. Transfer the clams to the dish with tongs, trying not to spill the juices.
6. Heat the 3/4 c of olive oil in a small skillet. Add the garlic and cook til golden brown about 1-2 mins.
7. Add the pepper flakes and stir for about 15 seconds.
8. Pour over clams.
9. Transfer clams to 4 deep bowls.
10. Whisk the juices over heat for 1 minute and then pour over clams.

littleneck clams, olive oil, garlic, red pepper, lemon

Taken from www.epicurious.com/recipes/member/views/grilled-clams-with-fried-garlic-50141331 (may not work)