Best Fried Razor Clams Or Steamers Recipes

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PANKO-BREADED FRIED RAZOR CLAMS



Panko-Breaded Fried Razor Clams image

I grew up on the West Coast where these tasty little treats are found. You can vary the amount of ingredients used in the recipe according to the number of clams you have, but be sure to use real Parmesan cheese and only panko crumbs, not regular bread crumbs. Pound the necks with a meat tenderizer, or deep fry them, if desired. These are delicious!!!

Provided by Danielle Harbold

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Seafood Main Dish Recipes     Clams

Time 2h20m

Yield 3

Number Of Ingredients 9

6 razor clams, cleaned and dried
2 eggs
1 cup all-purpose flour
salt to taste
black pepper to taste
garlic powder to taste
1 cup panko (Japanese bread crumbs)
¼ cup shredded Parmesan cheese
⅓ cup vegetable oil for frying

Steps:

  • Place a sheet of wax paper on a flat baking sheet sized to fit in your freezer; set aside.
  • Beat eggs together in a bowl. Stir together the four, salt, pepper, and garlic powder in a second bowl. Mix together the panko and Parmesan cheese in a third bowl. Flour the clams well, shaking off any excess. Dip clams into the eggs, then into the panko mixture, pressing it evenly onto the clams. Place on prepared baking sheet, cover with wax paper; freeze until firm.
  • Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Fry clams until lightly browned, about 1 minute on each side. Do not overcook or they will become tough. Place on paper towels to drain.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 404.9 calories, Carbohydrate 60 g, Cholesterol 158.8 mg, Fat 10 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 25.8 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, Sodium 373.3 mg, Sugar 0.5 g

FRIED RAZOR CLAMS (OR STEAMERS)



Fried Razor Clams (or Steamers) image

Provided by Gabrielle Hamilton

Categories     appetizer

Time 1h30m

Yield Serves 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 cup plus 2 teaspoons salt
20 razor clams or 32 soft-shell clams (steamers)
1/2 cup plus 2 tablespoons cornmeal
2 quarts frying oil
2 cups milk
1/2 teaspoon cayenne
1/2 cup flour

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, dissolve 1 cup of salt in 3 quarts water. Add the clams. Sprinkle 2 tablespoons cornmeal over water. Soak for at least 1 hour.
  • Rinse the clams thoroughly, then shuck and clean them. (For help, go to www.razorclams.com.) Slice the clams into 1-inch pieces. (For steamers, pierce the bellies to prevent them from popping when fried.)
  • In a deep pan, heat oil to 360 degrees. Strain the reserved clam juice, then combine with the milk and cayenne. Add the clams to this mixture.
  • In a bowl combine the flour, remaining cornmeal and 2 teaspoons salt. Dredge clams in the flour. Shake off excess flour and deep-fry for about 1 minute. As soon as the sound of the frying quickly lowers, remove the clams to a paper-towel-lined plate. Season with salt. Serve with tartar sauce.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 697, UnsaturatedFat 44 grams, Carbohydrate 40 grams, Fat 52 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 18 grams, SaturatedFat 6 grams, Sodium 655 milligrams, Sugar 7 grams, TransFat 0 grams

FRIED RAZOR CLAMS



Fried Razor Clams image

A simple recipe for fried razor clams, a western Washington treat. Sometimes I fry the bodies, reserving the tougher necks for chowder. Dip in cocktail sauce. The spicier the better for me!

Provided by SALMONSNAGGER

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Seafood

Time 25m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

½ cup oil for frying, or as needed
1 (4 ounce) packet saltine crackers, finely crushed
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
¼ teaspoon ground cayenne pepper
¼ teaspoon paprika
¼ teaspoon garlic powder
2 eggs, beaten
4 large razor clams, cleaned and dried

Steps:

  • Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  • In a bowl, mix crushed crackers with black pepper, cayenne pepper, paprika, and garlic powder. Place eggs in a separate bowl. Dip clams into eggs, then into cracker mixture to evenly coat.
  • Fry clams in the hot oil until golden brown. Do not over cook.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 215 calories, Carbohydrate 25 g, Cholesterol 96.3 mg, Fat 9.2 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 7.6 g, SaturatedFat 1.7 g, Sodium 405.3 mg, Sugar 0.5 g

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