Best 5 Clam Batter Recipes
Clam batter is a delicious and versatile type of batter that can be used to fry a variety of seafood, vegetables, and even fruits. It's made with a combination of flour, cornstarch, baking powder, and eggs, and it can be flavored with a variety of herbs and spices. Clam batter is typically used to fry clams, but it can also be used to fry other types of seafood, such as shrimp, oysters, and fish. It can also be used to fry vegetables, such as zucchini, squash, and mushrooms. Clam batter is also a great way to make fried fruit, such as bananas, apples, and pineapple. No matter what you choose to fry with clam batter, you're sure to enjoy the crispy, golden-brown results.
Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!
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 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.
CLAM FRITTERS
We had clam fritters every time we went to Rhode Island. I looked for a recipe and finally found this one. Now we have them whenever we want.
Provided by Taste of Home
Time 20m
Yield 14-16 fritters.
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, salt and pepper; set aside. Drain clams, reserving 2 tablespoons juice; set clams aside. In a small bowl, beat the egg, milk and reserved clam juice; stir into dry ingredients just until moistened. Add the clams and onion. , In an electric skillet or deep-fat fryer, heat oil to 375°. Drop batter by tablespoonfuls into oil. Fry for 2-3 minutes or until golden brown, turning occasionally. Drain on paper towels. Serve fritters with tartar sauce and/or lemon wedges if desired.
Nutrition Facts :
CLAM FRITTERS
My stepmother got this recipe from an 80-year-old woman back in the 1940's.
Provided by Christine Johnson
Categories Appetizers and Snacks Seafood
Time 35m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Beat the egg and gradually beat in the flour. Slowly stir in the milk, clams, salt, pepper and onion. If desired, stir in the green pepper. With hands shape mixture into 2 inch diameter patties.
- In a medium skillet heat the oil over medium-high heat until hot. Fry the patties in the hot oil until golden brown. Place cooked fritters on paper towels to soak up any excess oil.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 346 calories, Carbohydrate 14.5 g, Cholesterol 53.4 mg, Fat 29.6 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 6 g, SaturatedFat 4.4 g, Sodium 183.5 mg, Sugar 2.1 g
Tips:
- Choose fresh, high-quality clams: The fresher the clams, the more flavorful the batter will be. Look for clams that are tightly closed and have no cracks or damage to the shells.
- Purge the clams before using them: This will help to remove any sand or grit from the clams. Place the clams in a large bowl of cold water and let them soak for 30 minutes. Drain the water and rinse the clams thoroughly.
- Use a light batter: A heavy batter will overpower the delicate flavor of the clams. Use a batter made with all-purpose flour, baking powder, salt, and pepper. You can also add herbs, spices, or grated cheese to the batter for extra flavor.
- Fry the clams in hot oil: This will help to create a crispy batter and prevent the clams from becoming tough. Heat the oil to 375 degrees Fahrenheit before adding 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: Clam fritters are best served hot out of the fryer. Serve them with tartar sauce, cocktail sauce, or your favorite dipping sauce.
Conclusion:
Clam fritters are a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer or snack. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create a dish that is sure to please everyone. Whether you are frying them up for a party or just enjoying them as a casual meal, clam fritters are a great way to enjoy the fresh flavor of clams.
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