Liturgical Year : Recipes : Clam Fritters

Catholic Recipe: Clam Fritters

INGREDIENTS

1 cup sifted all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
dash paprika
2 eggs
1/4 cup milk
2 cans (10-1/2 ounces each) minced clams, drained
vegetable oil
ketchup or chili sauce

Details

Serves: 4-6

Prep Time: 1 hour

Difficulty: ★★★☆

Cost: ★★★☆

For Ages: 15+

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Fried clams are a universal favorite. Here's how to make them at home.

DIRECTIONS

Sift flour, baking powder, salt, and paprika into medium-sized bowl. Combine eggs and milk; beat slightly; pour into flour mixture; blend well. Stir in drained clams. Pour vegetable oil in heavy frying pan to depth of 1/4 inch; heat to 360°. Drop clam batter by tablespoonfuls into hot fat; fry 3 to 4 minutes or until brown; turn; brown other side. Serve with ketchup or chili sauce. Makes 4 to 6 servings.