Fried Razor Clams

Fried Razor Clams

by Edgar Baker 2 years ago
4.8 (10)
1 minute
215 kcal
25 g carbs
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Description

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!

Ingredients
  • 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
Directions
  1. 1. Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  2. 2. 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.
  3. 3. Fry clams in the hot oil until golden brown. Do not over cook.
Nutrition Facts
serving: 4 servings
calories: 215 kcal
carbohydrates: 25 g
protein: 7.6 g
saturated fat: 1.7 g
cholesterol: 96.3 mg
sodium: 405.3 mg
fiber: 1.2 g
sugar: 0.5 g