Fried Clams Recipe to Try at Home

kelolalaut.com - Fried clams are a popular seafood dish where fresh clams are coated in batter or breadcrumbs and deep-fried until crispy. The clams used for frying are typically soft-shell clams or steamers. The dish can be prepared as whole clams or as clam strips, where the clam meat is sliced into thin strips before frying.

One popular fried clam dish is called "Fried Clam Strips." Here's a recipe for it:

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Ingredients:

• 2 pounds fresh clams (soft-shell or steamers)
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
• Vegetable oil, for frying
• Lemon wedges, for serving
• Tartar sauce or cocktail sauce, for serving

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Instructions:

1. Clean the clams. Scrub the clams under cold water to remove any dirt or sand. Discard any clams that are cracked or do not close when tapped. Remove the shells and slice the clams into thin strips.
2. Prepare the batter, in a mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, and black pepper.
3. Pour vegetable oil into a deep fryer or a large heavy-bottomed pot, filling it about halfway. Heat the oil to 350°F (175°C).
4. Dip the clam strips into the flour mixture, coating them thoroughly. Shake off any excess flour and set the coated strips aside on a plate. Repeat with the remaining clam strips.
5. Carefully drop a few coated clam strips into the hot oil, making sure not to overcrowd the pan. Fry them for about 2-3 minutes, or until they turn golden brown and crispy. Use a slotted spoon or tongs to remove the fried clam strips from the oil and transfer them to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil. Repeat the frying process with the remaining clam strips.
6. Once all the clam strips are fried and drained, serve them hot with lemon wedges and your choice of tartar sauce or cocktail sauce for dipping.

Fried clam strips make a tasty appetizer or main dish. Enjoy!

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