Vietnamese Baby Clams in Lemongrass and Peppers - Hen Xo Sa Recipe (with Video)

Cleaning the Clams
1. Clean the baby clams thoroughly (at least 5 times, rinse and drain) to remove all the sand and dirt.
2. Drain and set aside to completely dry.
Preparing the Ingredients
1. In a pan, heat oil on high.
2. Once the oil is hot, add your shallots, garlic, and lemongrass.
3. Stir and cook until garlic begins to golden.
4. Add your Thai chilis and baby clams.
5. Saute for 1 minute.
Adding Spices and Final Touches
1. Add black pepper, turmeric, and fish sauce.
2. Saute for another minute.
3. Add half your cleaned Vietnamese coriander and mix well.
4. Turn off the heat.
Serving the Dish
1. To serve, plate your cooked baby clams, garnish with remainder of Vietnamese coriander, and side of shrimp chips or sesame rice paper.