Fried Clams
Crispy, golden fried clams are a seafood classic. Serve with tartar sauce and lemon wedges for a traditional New England treat.
Ingredients - Serves 4
- Tartar sauce - For serving
- Lemon wedges - For serving
- Vegetable oil - For frying
- Salt and pepper - To taste
- Cornmeal - 1 cup
- All-purpose flour - 2 cups
- Buttermilk - 2 cups
- Clams - 2 pounds, shucked
Let's Get Started
- Soak the clams in buttermilk for 15 minutes.
- In a separate bowl, combine the flour, cornmeal, salt, and pepper.
- Heat the vegetable oil in a deep fryer or large pot to 375°F.
- Drain the clams and dredge them in the flour mixture.
- Fry the clams in the hot oil until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes.
- Drain on paper towels and serve with lemon wedges and tartar sauce.
Dietary Info
- Dish Type: Main Course
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Calories: 450
- Fat: 15g
- Carbs: 50g
- Protein: 25g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Sugar: 3g