Katsuhiko Yoshida, a chef of Chinese cuisine, recommends a method where fresh noodles (called “nama-men” as opposed to the “mushi-men,” literally steamed noodles) are steamed before being ...

Steamed clams are easy to prepare ... I like to serve these clams with udon noodles, which soak up the sauce. If you prefer, omit the noodles, and serve the clams with bread.