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Ingredients
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Clam Cake Ingredients
Method
Preparation Instructions
- 1
Prepare the Batter
In a large mixing bowl, combine the chopped clams, flour, cornmeal, baking powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix well.
- 2
Add Wet Ingredients
In a separate bowl, beat the egg and then mix in the milk and chopped green onions. Pour this mixture into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined.
- 3
Heat the Oil
In a deep frying pan, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat until it's hot but not smoking.
- 4
Fry the Cakes
Drop spoonfuls of the batter into the hot oil, being careful not to overcrowd the pan. Fry until golden brown on one side, about 3-4 minutes, then flip and fry the other side until golden, about another 3-4 minutes.
- 5
Drain and Serve
Remove the clam cakes from the oil and drain on paper towels. Serve hot with your choice of dipping sauce.