Best 5 Battered Fried Clams Recipes
When the summer season rolls in, a perfect recipe to serve up a delicious seafood meal is a battered fried clam dish. There are many variations of recipes for cooking battered fried clams, but finding the best one can be a challenge. Whether you prefer a light and crispy batter or a thick and fluffy one, there is a recipe out there that will suit your taste. Some recipes call for soaking the clams in milk or buttermilk before battering and frying, while others simply dredge them in flour and seasonings. The type of oil you use for frying can also affect the final result, with some recipes calling for vegetable oil, while others recommend lard or butter.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
FRIED CLAMS
The clam's crunchy, golden coating will truly melt in your mouth. One bite and you'll understand why these are considered a delicacy! Tim Connolly, Freeport, Maine
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Appetizers
Time 30m
Yield 1 dozen.
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In a shallow bowl, combine 3/4 cup cornmeal and 1/4 cup flour with the water, forming a batter. In another bowl, combine the remaining cornmeal and flour., Dip clams in batter; shake off excess. Coat with cornmeal mixture., In an electric skillet or deep-fat fryer, heat oil to 375°. Fry clams, a few at a time, for 4-5 minutes or until golden brown. Drain on paper towels; sprinkle with salt. , Serve immediately with sauce if desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 127 calories, Fat 4g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 4mg cholesterol, Sodium 106mg sodium, Carbohydrate 18g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
BATTERED FRIED CLAMS
These fried clams are nothing like the ones you find frozen in the supermarket, these are the real McCoy. I like to serve them with my KFC Coleslaw Recipe #110948, chips, or onion rings and french fries and of course tartar sauce is an absolute must! AYUH thats the truth. Note:the cook time is 1-1/2minutes PER BATCH
Provided by lets.eat
Categories No Shell Fish
Time 11m
Yield 2-4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a medium sized bowl mix milk, egg yolk, butter, and salt. Sift the flour into the milk mixture stir until smooth. In a small chilled bowl beat the egg white with an electric mixer until soft peaks form. (For best results: refrigerate the bowl, mixer blade and egg white prior to mixing) Fold the beaten egg white into the milk mixture.
- In a large saucepan or deep fat fryer heat oil to 375'. Poke each clam with fork. Dip clams into the batter. Fry a few at a time around 1-1/2 minutes or until golden brown, turning once. Remove with slotted spoon, drain on paper towels or on brown paper bags. Keep warm in a 300' oven while frying the remaining clams.
- Serve with tartar sauce.
PANKO-BREADED FRIED RAZOR CLAMS
I grew up on the West Coast where these tasty little treats are found. You can vary the amount of ingredients used in the recipe according to the number of clams you have, but be sure to use real Parmesan cheese and only panko crumbs, not regular bread crumbs. Pound the necks with a meat tenderizer, or deep fry them, if desired. These are delicious!!!
Provided by Danielle Harbold
Categories Main Dish Recipes Seafood Main Dish Recipes Clams
Time 2h20m
Yield 3
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Place a sheet of wax paper on a flat baking sheet sized to fit in your freezer; set aside.
- Beat eggs together in a bowl. Stir together the four, salt, pepper, and garlic powder in a second bowl. Mix together the panko and Parmesan cheese in a third bowl. Flour the clams well, shaking off any excess. Dip clams into the eggs, then into the panko mixture, pressing it evenly onto the clams. Place on prepared baking sheet, cover with wax paper; freeze until firm.
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Fry clams until lightly browned, about 1 minute on each side. Do not overcook or they will become tough. Place on paper towels to drain.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 404.9 calories, Carbohydrate 60 g, Cholesterol 158.8 mg, Fat 10 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 25.8 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, Sodium 373.3 mg, Sugar 0.5 g
SHEILA'S BATTER FOR CLAMS, SHRIMP, SCALLOPS, ONION RINGS
It's hard to say how many this serves, because it depends on what your making and how lg. the pieces being covered are, so the servings may be off. You can use this batter for just about anything you want deep fried... Cooking time is per batch that you are frying. This is my cousin Sheila's recipe that she kindly shared with me! Enjoy!
Provided by Lindas Busy Kitchen
Categories Onions
Time 8m
Yield 2-4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Add salt and pepper to flour and baking powder.
- Mix egg and milk together.
- Combine all, and mix well.
- Dip seafood in batter, and then deep fry in hot oil, at 350, until seafood is no longer opague color in the middle, and/or batter is a golden brown, approximately 3-5 minutes.
- Drain on paper towels, and serve hot.
FRIED RAZOR CLAMS
A simple recipe for fried razor clams, a western Washington treat. Sometimes I fry the bodies, reserving the tougher necks for chowder. Dip in cocktail sauce. The spicier the better for me!
Provided by SALMONSNAGGER
Categories Appetizers and Snacks Seafood
Time 25m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- In a bowl, mix crushed crackers with black pepper, cayenne pepper, paprika, and garlic powder. Place eggs in a separate bowl. Dip clams into eggs, then into cracker mixture to evenly coat.
- Fry clams in the hot oil until golden brown. Do not over cook.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 215 calories, Carbohydrate 25 g, Cholesterol 96.3 mg, Fat 9.2 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 7.6 g, SaturatedFat 1.7 g, Sodium 405.3 mg, Sugar 0.5 g
Tips:
- Choose the freshest clams possible. Fresh clams should be tightly closed and smell like the ocean. Avoid any clams that are open or have a fishy smell.
- Purge the clams before cooking. Purging helps to remove any sand or grit from the clams. To purge the clams, place them in a bowl of cold water and let them soak for 30 minutes. Change the water every 10 minutes.
- Use a light batter. A heavy batter will weigh down the clams and make them soggy. A light batter will allow the clams to remain crispy and flavorful.
- Fry the clams in hot oil. The oil should be hot enough to sizzle when the clams are added. This will help to create a crispy coating on the clams.
- Do not overcrowd the pan. If you overcrowd the pan, the clams will not cook evenly. Fry the clams in batches if necessary.
- Serve the clams immediately. Fried clams are best served hot and crispy. Serve them with your favorite dipping sauce.
Conclusion:
Battered and fried clams are a delicious and easy-to-make seafood dish. With a few simple tips, you can make perfect battered and fried clams at home. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy seafood meal, give this recipe a try.
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