Provincetown Clam Fritters

Crispy, golden, and packed with the briny flavors of the ocean, Provincetown Clam Fritters bring a taste of Cape Cod straight to your kitchen. Made with fresh shucked clams, a hint of garlic, and a sprinkle of parsley, these seafood delights are irresistibly light yet satisfyingly indulgent. The batter, enhanced with a splash of clam juice, creates perfectly crisp fritters when fried to perfection in hot vegetable oil. Ready in just 25 minutes, these fritters are ideal as an appetizer, snack, or main dish when paired with zesty tartar sauce or a squeeze of fresh lemon. Perfect for seafood lovers, this recipe captures the essence of coastal New England cuisine in every delicious bite.

Nutriscore Rating: 54/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup Fresh clams (shucked and chopped)
• 0.5 cup Clam juice
• 1 cup All-purpose flour
• 1.5 teaspoons Baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Ground black pepper
• 0.25 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 0.25 cup Milk
• 1 large Egg
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley (chopped)
• 2 cups Vegetable oil (for frying)

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, baking powder, salt, black pepper, and garlic powder.

Step 2

In a separate bowl, whisk together the milk, egg, and clam juice until well blended.

Step 3

Gradually pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients, stirring gently until a thick batter forms.

Step 4

Fold in the chopped clams and fresh parsley, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the batter.

Step 5

Heat the vegetable oil in a deep skillet or frying pan over medium-high heat until it reaches 375°F (190°C).

Step 6

Using a tablespoon or small scoop, carefully drop spoonfuls of the batter into the hot oil. Fry 4-5 fritters at a time, ensuring not to overcrowd the pan.

Step 7

Cook for about 2-3 minutes on each side, or until the fritters are golden brown and crispy.

Step 8

Remove the fritters using a slotted spoon and transfer them to a plate lined with paper towels to drain any excess oil.

Step 9

Repeat with the remaining batter until all the fritters are cooked.

Step 10

Serve the clam fritters warm with tartar sauce, lemon wedges, or your favorite dipping sauce.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1084.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4824.5

Total Fat 485.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 70.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.0g
Cholesterol 310.3mg	0%
Sodium 2625.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 106.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 3.7g	0%
Total Sugars 3.5g
Protein 54.1g	0%

Vitamin D 80.6IU	0%
Calcium 376.8mg	0%
Iron 41.2mg	0%
Potassium 874.8mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 87.2%

Protein: 4.3%

Carbs: 8.5%