Fried Clam Fritter Sticks

Ingredients: Method:
  1. Preheat deep-fat fryer to 350ºF. Drain clams and pat dry with paper towels. Combine our, cayenne and salt in a shallow pan or baking sheet.
  2. Mix corn meal with our, sugar, baking powder and salt in a bowl. Add egg and milk; blend in melted short-ening. Mix well. Pour batter into a tall narrow container.
  3. Skewer 4 clams and dredge in seasoned our. Shake off excess. Dip in batter. Stand skewer-side up in pre-heated oil and fry until golden brown, about 2 or 3 minutes. Drain on paper towels. Serve hot with dipping sauces.
Makes 8 servings.
Horseradish Dipping sauce: Add 1/4 cup prepared, drained horseradish to 1 cup mayonnaise.
Wasabi-Ginger Mayo Dipping Sauce: Add 2 tablespoons powdered Wasabi and 2 tablespoons grated peeled fresh ginger to 1 cup of mayonnaise.
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