Clam Balls

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.

Cooking Method: Frying, Stewing

Cuisine: Global

Courses: Main Courses

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

3 can (6.5 oz) minced clams;

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;Â°F (175ÃÂ°C).
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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