New England Deep Fried Clams

Transport your taste buds straight to the New England coast with this irresistible recipe for deep-fried whole belly clams. Perfectly crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, these clams are coated in a flavorful blend of flour, cornmeal, paprika, and spices, then fried to golden perfection in bubbling hot oil. Soaking the clams in buttermilk ensures a delicate, tender bite in every piece. Served piping hot with zesty lemon wedges and classic tartar sauce, these clams make an ideal snack, appetizer, or main dish for your seafood-loving guests. Ready in just 25 minutes, this quick and easy recipe brings the authentic taste of a seaside clam shack to your kitchen. Keywords: New England fried clams recipe, crispy whole belly clams, deep-fried seafood, easy clam recipes.

Nutriscore Rating: 55/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 2

Ingredients

• 1 pound fresh whole belly clams
• 1 cup buttermilk
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 0.5 cup cornmeal
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon paprika
• 4 cups vegetable oil (for frying)
• 1 for serving lemon wedges
• 0.5 cup tartar sauce

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the clams thoroughly under cold water to remove any sand or grit. Gently pat them dry with paper towels.

Step 2

Place the clams in a medium-sized bowl and pour the buttermilk over them. Let the clams soak in the buttermilk for 10 minutes to tenderize them.

Step 3

In a shallow dish, combine the all-purpose flour, cornmeal, salt, black pepper, and paprika. Mix well to create the coating mixture.

Step 4

Heat the vegetable oil in a deep fryer or a heavy-bottomed pot over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C). Use a thermometer for accuracy.

Step 5

Working in batches, remove the clams from the buttermilk, allowing excess liquid to drip off. Dredge each clam in the flour and cornmeal mixture, ensuring they are fully coated.

Step 6

Carefully add the coated clams to the hot oil, frying in small batches to avoid overcrowding. Fry for 1 to 2 minutes until the clams are golden brown and crispy.

Step 7

Using a slotted spoon, transfer the fried clams to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.

Step 8

Repeat the process with the remaining clams until all are fried.

Step 9

Serve the deep-fried clams hot with lemon wedges and tartar sauce on the side.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1991.8 grams (1991.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	9982

Total Fat 987.10g	1266%
Saturated Fat 146.00g	730%
Polyunsaturated Fat 10.60g
Cholesterol 339mg	113%
Sodium 3804mg	165%
Total Carbohydrate 222.90g	81%
Dietary Fiber 12.00g	43%
Total Sugars 17.80g
Protein 144.40g	289%

Vitamin D 127IU	635%
Calcium 755mg	58%
Iron 136mg	757%
Potassium 3572mg	76%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 85.8%

Protein: 5.6%

Carbs: 8.6%