Clam Fritters
From: Better Homes and GardensThis cornmeal fritter recipe is a delicious example of a Southerner's staple.
Servings: Makes 6 to 8 appetizer servings.
Prep: 15 mins
Total: 17 mins
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Ingredients
1 6-1/2-ounce can minced clams
Milk
1 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 cup blue cornmeal
2 teaspoons baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 beaten egg
Shortening or cooking oil for deep-fat frying
Seafood cocktail sauce (optional)
Directions
1. Drain clams, reserving liquid. Add milk to liquid to equal 2/3 cup. Mix flour, cornmeal, baking powder, and salt. Combine the milk mixture, clams, and egg. Stir into the dry ingredients just until moistened.
2. Carefully drop by tablespoon into deep, hot fat (365 degrees F). Fry 5 or 6 fritters at a time about 2 minutes or until golden brown. Serve immediatly with cocktail sauce, if desired. Makes 6 to 8 appetizer servings.
Nutrition Facts
Calories 162, Total Fat 4 g, Saturated Fat 1 g, Cholesterol 47 mg, Sodium 453 mg, Carbohydrate 23 g, Protein 8 g.
Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet
Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet
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