Fried Razor Clams Food

FRIED RAZOR CLAMS

Steps:

• Fried Alaskan Razor Clams
• In a large, heavy bottomed pot heat oil to 375 degrees. Pour buttermilk in shallow bowl. Combine flour and Salty's Seasoning Salt in a separate shallow bowl. Toss to combine. Place razor clams in buttermilk and soak for 30 minutes. Next, dredge razor clam in seasoned flour. Next, using tongs and being very careful, place razor clams one at a time in hot oil and fry 30-45 seconds. Remove and place on paper towel to drain. To serve place a big dollop of remoulade on plate, stack the clams high and serve with warm orange marmalade and dill sprig.
• Preserved Lemon and Caper Remoulade
• Combine all ingredients in a small bowl and stir to combine. Set aside.

FRIED RAZOR CLAMS (OR STEAMERS)

Steps:

• In a large bowl, dissolve 1 cup of salt in 3 quarts water. Add the clams. Sprinkle 2 tablespoons cornmeal over water. Soak for at least 1 hour.
• Rinse the clams thoroughly, then shuck and clean them. (For help, go to www.razorclams.com.) Slice the clams into 1-inch pieces. (For steamers, pierce the bellies to prevent them from popping when fried.)
• In a deep pan, heat oil to 360 degrees. Strain the reserved clam juice, then combine with the milk and cayenne. Add the clams to this mixture.
• In a bowl combine the flour, remaining cornmeal and 2 teaspoons salt. Dredge clams in the flour. Shake off excess flour and deep-fry for about 1 minute. As soon as the sound of the frying quickly lowers, remove the clams to a paper-towel-lined plate. Season with salt. Serve with tartar sauce.

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.