Clam Cakes
Submitted by Bobbi Hill on Apr 24, 2009

Clam cakes are a real treat when you have a hankering for seafood and want something a little different.

Servings:
6

Complexity:   
Easy

Total Time:
30 minutes

Ingredients:
1 pint shucked fresh clams*
*2 (6.5-ounce) cans minced clams may be substituted for 1 pint shucked fresh clams. Drain clams, reserving 2 tablespoons juice.
1 cup crushed unsalted crackers
1/2 cup crushed round buttery crackers
4 green onions, minced
2 large eggs, lightly beaten
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
1/4 cup butter or margarine, divided
Tartar Sauce (see sauces)

Directions:
Drain clams, reserving 2 tablespoons juice. Chop clams, and set aside.
Stir together clams, reserved clam juice, unsalted crackers, and next 6 ingredients; shape into 12 patties.
Melt 2 tablespoons butter in large skillet over medium-high heat; add 6 patties, and cook 3 to 4 minutes on each side or until golden. Repeat with remaining butter and patties. Serve immediately with Tartar Sauce.

Yield: 12 clam cakes