Best Frozen Breaded Clam Strips Recipes

FRIED CLAM STRIPS RECIPE (FRIENDLY'S COPYCAT)

Steps:

• Start by heating the canola oil in a pot over moderate heat until it reaches 380 degrees F.
• While the oil is being heated, rinse and drain the clam strips in a colander.
• Stir the clam strips together with buttermilk in a large bowl.
• Drain the clam strips well in a colander. Let them set over a bowl for at least 5 minutes.
• In another bowl stir together the cornstarch, cornmeal, flour, curry powder, celery salt, cayenne, and salt.
• Dredge a handful of drained clams in the flour mixture then shake in a large sieve to remove excess flour.
• Transfer the clams one by one in a baking sheet and then shake them again to remove any excess flour mixture.
• Fry the coated clams until they're crisp and golden for about 1 ½ minutes. Then, transfer them onto some paper towels with a slotted spoon for draining. Afterward, sprinkle them with salt to taste.
• Serve with some potato fries and your desired dipping sauce, and enjoy!

PANKO-BREADED FRIED RAZOR CLAMS

Steps:

• Place a sheet of wax paper on a flat baking sheet sized to fit in your freezer; set aside.
• Beat eggs together in a bowl. Stir together the four, salt, pepper, and garlic powder in a second bowl. Mix together the panko and Parmesan cheese in a third bowl. Flour the clams well, shaking off any excess. Dip clams into the eggs, then into the panko mixture, pressing it evenly onto the clams. Place on prepared baking sheet, cover with wax paper; freeze until firm.
• Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Fry clams until lightly browned, about 1 minute on each side. Do not overcook or they will become tough. Place on paper towels to drain.