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Massachusetts Fried Clams

The next state on the list, Massachusetts. There are so many iconic foods from the east coast and many of them cross over from state to state. Since I have not had the pleasure of visiting this part of our country, my recipes are my take on the flavors I read about and what people who have enjoyed them tell me. And there are some that have traveled across the country for all of us to enjoy – like Boston Cream pie and Boston Baked beans. And Necco candies! I loved those when I was a kid!!

Today’s recipe is fried clams [8]. They say this tasty dish was invented 100 years ago in Essex, MA. by Lawrence Woodman – and they have spread across New England (and elsewhere) ever since.

So what makes fried clams so good? Just make some up and see!

The original Woodman’s fried clams are made with corn flour and evaporated milk and deep fried in lard. Mine are a little different, but you can experiment with what tastes good for you.

Making Fried Clams – 

Start by heating up the oil to 350°. I use a regular pan and fill it with canola oil.

Mix up the batter using a wire whisk.

Add the clams.

Put the clams into the hot oil and cook until they are golden brown.

Drain on paper towels.

Serve hot with tartar sauce of seafood cocktail sauce and french fries. And what to drink? Why Samuel Adams Boston Lager, of course!

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Fried Clams

Deep fried to perfection and served hot with sauce. 

Course: Main Course
Keyword: clams, deep fried, finger food, fried, massachusetts
Servings: 4 people
Author: HelenFern
Ingredients
  • 1 pound clams (no shells), I used frozen, cooked little necks
  • 1/2 cup all purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup masa harina (corn flour)
  • 1 large egg
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1/2 teaspoon crushed garlic, about 1 clove
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon sea salt
  • Oil for frying (I use canola)
Instructions
  1. Start by heating up the oil to 350°. I use a regular pan and fill it with canola oil.

  2. Mix all the other ingredients (except the clams) with a wire whisk.

  3. Add the clams.

  4. Put the clams into the hot oil and cook until they are golden brown. Drain on paper towels.

  5. Serve hot with tartar sauce of seafood cocktail sauce and french fries. And what to drink? Why Samuel Adams Boston Lager, of course!

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