Steamer Clams
(native little necks)
(Protothaca staminea)
Cockle Clams (Clinocardium Nutalli)
Horse Neck Clams (Tresus Sp.)
Butter Clams (Saxidomus Giganteus)
CLAM FRITTERS
INGREDIENTS:
2 cups all purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
1 can (10oz) minced clams
Milk
2 eggs, beaten
1 tablespoon melted butter or margarine
Oil for deep frying
PREPARATION:
Sift together flour, baking powder, salt and pepper. Drain clam broth into a 1 cup measuring; add enough milk to make ¾ cup. Add broth mixture to beaten eggs; stir into sifted flour mixture and beat well. Add clams and melted butter or margarine. Drop by spoonfuls into deep fat heated to 370 degrees and fry until golden brown. Serve with chili sauce. Serves 4.