Clam Strips Recipe
Fried clam strips served with tartar sauce.
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Ingredients
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Clam Strips
Tartar Sauce
Method
Preparing the Clam Strips
- 1
Clean the Clam Strips
Rinse the fresh clam strips under cold water and pat them dry with a paper towel.
- 2
Make the Breading Mixture
In a large bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, cornmeal, baking powder, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper. Mix well.
- 3
- 4
Heat the Oil
In a deep frying pan or pot, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).
- 5
Coat the Clam Strips
Dip each clam strip into the wet mixture, allowing excess to drip off, then dredge in the dry mixture, ensuring they are well-coated.
- 6
Fry the Clam Strips
Carefully place the coated clam strips in the hot oil, frying in batches to avoid overcrowding. Fry for about 3-4 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
- 7
Drain the Clam Strips
Use a slotted spoon to remove the fried clam strips and place them on a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil.
Making the Tartar Sauce
- 8
Combine Ingredients
In a small bowl, mix together the mayonnaise, finely chopped dill pickles, lemon juice, chopped capers, salt, and black pepper.
- 9
Chill the Sauce
Cover the tartar sauce and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Serving
- 10
Plate the Clam Strips
Arrange the fried clam strips on a serving plate.
- 11
Serve with Tartar Sauce
Serve the clam strips hot, accompanied by the chilled tartar sauce for dipping.