Fried & crispy
Panko Razor Clam Strips
Extra-crunchy strips for dipping
- 20 min
- Easy
- Serves 3–4
Ingredients
- 12 cleaned razor clams, cut into strips
- 1 1/2 cups panko
- 1/2 cup flour, 2 eggs
- 1 tsp garlic powder, 1 tsp paprika
- Oil for shallow frying
- Tartar or cocktail sauce
Method
- Cut clams lengthwise into finger-width strips; pat very dry.
- Season the flour with garlic powder and paprika.
- Flour, egg, then panko — press the panko on hard.
- Fry in 350°F oil about 1 minute per side until golden brown.
- Salt hot, serve with sauce and plenty of napkins.
Tip. Double-dip (egg → panko → egg → panko) any strips headed for kids — maximum crunch.
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