Clam Fritters

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My stepmother got this recipe from an 80-year-old woman back in the 1940's.

close up view of Clam Fritters with white sauce and lemon wedges on a plate
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Prep Time:
20 mins
Cook Time:
15 mins
Total Time:
35 mins
Servings:
4
Yield:
4 servings

Ingredients

  • 1 egg

  • ½ cup all-purpose flour

  • ½ cup milk

  • 1 cup minced clams

  • ¼ teaspoon salt

  • teaspoon ground black pepper

  • 2 tablespoons minced onion

  • 2 tablespoons minced green bell pepper (Optional)

  • ½ cup vegetable oil

Directions

  1. Beat the egg and gradually beat in the flour. Slowly stir in the milk, clams, salt, pepper and onion. If desired, stir in the green pepper. With hands shape mixture into 2 inch diameter patties.

  2. In a medium skillet heat the oil over medium-high heat until hot. Fry the patties in the hot oil until golden brown. Place cooked fritters on paper towels to soak up any excess oil.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

346 Calories
30g Fat
15g Carbs
6g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Calories 346
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 30g 38%
Saturated Fat 4g 22%
Cholesterol 53mg 18%
Sodium 184mg 8%
Total Carbohydrate 15g 5%
Dietary Fiber 1g 2%
Total Sugars 2g
Protein 6g 12%
Vitamin C 6mg 6%
Calcium 53mg 4%
Iron 3mg 16%
Potassium 137mg 3%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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