Fried Soft Shell Clams
Ingredients
1 quart fresh shucked soft shell clams, drained | ||
2 cups flour | ||
2 cups cornmeal | ||
1 cup evaporated milk | ||
kosher salt and fresh cracked black pepper to taste | ||
Oil for deep frying |
Directions:
- Drain the clams and reserve the liquor for another use.
- Soak the clams in evaporated milk.
- In a large bowl mix together the flour, cornmeal, salt and pepper.
- Add oil to a large saucepan or deep fryer 1/2 full with oil and heat to 375 degrees.
- Dredge the clams in the flour/cornmeal mixture the add them to a wire mesh strainer and shake off the excess.
- Add the clams in batches to the hot oil and fry for about 2 minutes or until the clams are golden and slightly crispy. Do not over cook.
- Serve with cocktail sauce and or tartar sauce for dipping.
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