Clam Balls

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Servings: 6 Difficulty: Intermediate
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Crispy, golden fried balls packed with savory minced clams and tender hard-boiled eggs.
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Clam Balls

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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 6 Calories: 444.0

Description

These classic Clam Balls are a delightful seafood appetizer or light main course that delivers a perfect crunch on the outside and a moist, savory interior. Made with minced clams, diced hard-boiled eggs, and fresh celery, each bite is brimming with ocean flavor. The mixture is bound with bread crumbs and formed into bite-sized spheres before being deep-fried to a beautiful golden brown. They are incredibly easy to make and pair wonderfully with a tangy cocktail sauce or melted butter. Perfect for holiday parties, game day gatherings, or a quick weeknight dinner when you crave something satisfying and nostalgic.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Drain the canned minced clams, reserving the liquid in a small bowl.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the drained clams, minced celery, minced onion, and diced hard-boiled eggs.
  3. Season the mixture generously with salt and pepper to taste.
  4. Stir in the moist bread crumbs until the mixture holds together when squeezed.
  5. Add enough water to the reserved clam liquid to create a thin consistency if the mixture is too dry, adjusting as needed.
  6. Shape the mixture into uniform balls, approximately 1 to 1.5 inches in diameter.
  7. Heat oil in a deep fryer or large heavy-bottomed pot to 350&# 194;°F (175ðC).
  8. Carefully lower the clam balls into the hot oil in batches, avoiding overcrowding.
  9. Fry for 3 to 4 minutes, turning occasionally, until golden brown and cooked through.
  10. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels. Serve immediately with cocktail sauce.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 6

Amount Per Serving
Calories 444.0kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 9.0g14%
Saturated Fat 1.8g9%
Cholesterol 156.0mg52%
Sodium 4488.0mg187%
Total Carbohydrate 15.6g6%
Dietary Fiber 0.0g0%
Sugars 3.0g
Protein 72.0g144%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: clam balls, seafood appetizer, minced clams, deep fried, hard boiled eggs, crispy, party food, game day, classic recipe, briny flavor, comfort food, easy seafood
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