Geoduck Fritters

May 12, 2023May 12, 20230 17
Crunchy and Delicious Geoduck Fritters
in Seafood

Prep

20 min

Cook

10 min

Ready In

30 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 cup flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1/3 cup clam juice
2 eggs ( beaten )
1/3 cup milk
2 teaspoons butter , melted
1 geoduck clam ( cleaned and diced , see note )
vegetable oil ( for frying )
lemon wedge ( to garnish )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
216
Sugar
1g
Fat
8g
Geoduck clams are a type of large saltwater clam that is native to the Pacific Northwest. They have a reputation for being a delicacy due to their unique taste and size. Geoduck Fritters are made from a combination of diced geoduck clam, flour, egg, milk, and spices. The fritters are deep-fried until crispy golden brown, creating a delicious snack or appetizer that is perfect to serve at parties or family dinners.

Instructions

1.In a medium-sized bowl, add the flour, baking powder, salt, and pepper.
2.Whisk to combine all the dry ingredients.
3.Gradually add the clam juice, beaten eggs, milk, and melted butter while whisking the mixture until smooth.
4.Add in the diced geoduck clam and stir.
5.In a large deep-sided frying pan, heat vegetable oil over high heat.
6.Once hot, using a table spoon or a cookie scoop, scoop out the clam fritter mixture into the hot oil.
7.Fry the fritters for 2 to 3 minutes on each side or until golden brown.
8.Remove the fritters from the oil and place them on a paper towel-covered plate to remove excess oil.
9.Serve hot with lemon wedges as garnish.

PROS

Geoduck fritters are crispy and crunchy on the outside, juicy and flavorful on the inside.
They are a great addition to any seafood lover’s meal plan as they are high in protein and low in calories.

CONS

Geoduck clams have a unique taste that might not be pleasing to everyone.
They are also expensive and not easy to find in many areas.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Geoduck clams are low in fat and high in protein, iron, and other essential minerals. They are also a good source of vitamin B12 and omega-3 fatty acids, which help reduce inflammation and oxidative stress in the body.

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