MAINE COAST CLAM FRITTERS
Recipe from the book "Food That Made New England Famous" 1946, submitted by: Rose Whitney Smith, Lexington, MA. She writes:The night I first tasted these clam cakes was raw and blustery and the foghorn was bellowing. But inside the old farmhouse overlooking the mouth of the Kennebec River, was cosy and homelike. My friends, a...
Provided by Carol Junkins
Categories Fish
Time 30m
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- 1. Chop clams very fine.
- 2. Make a batter by beating eggs, add flour gradually. Add milk slowly, salt and pepper, then the chopped clams. Stir all together.
- 3. Drop by spoonfuls into deep hot fat that will color a 1-inch cube of bread golden brown in 60 seconds (365 degree on fat, thermometer) ; or cook in frying pan holding 1 1/2 inches of hot fat. When brown turn and brown on reverse side.
- 4. Drain and serve piping hot. "And if we've a mind for a delicate dish we go to the clam banks" - The Fore Father's song, 1630
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Ty Cline
[email protected]I've never made clam fritters before, but these were surprisingly easy to make. I'll definitely be making them again.
Styles By Tashi
[email protected]These fritters are a great way to introduce kids to seafood. They're mild-flavored and easy to eat.
james olowoyo
[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of clams, but I really enjoyed these fritters. The batter is so flavorful, and the clams are cooked perfectly.
Opp Joss
[email protected]These fritters are a bit time-consuming to make, but they're worth the effort. They're so delicious!
Doc_ockfan2451
[email protected]I love that these fritters are baked instead of fried. They're still crispy and delicious, but they're much healthier.
Karen Gyeabour Domfe
[email protected]These fritters are a great way to use up leftover clams. They're also a great appetizer or snack.
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[email protected]I was a bit hesitant to try these fritters, but I'm so glad I did! They're absolutely delicious. The batter is light and fluffy, and the clams are tender and juicy.
asomekai21
[email protected]These are the best clam fritters I've ever had! The batter is crispy and flavorful, and the clams are cooked perfectly.
Shawon Shawon
[email protected]I've made these fritters several times now, and they're always a crowd-pleaser. They're easy to make, and they always turn out perfectly.
Mundia Charles
[email protected]These clam fritters are a hit! The batter is light and fluffy, and the clams are tender and juicy. I served them with tartar sauce and a side of coleslaw, and they were a perfect summer meal.