Clam Fritters
["1 (11 oz.) container minced fresh clams, drained", "1/4 c. chopped onion", "1/4 c. chopped green pepper", "2 eggs, beaten", "2 Tbsp. butter or margarine, melted", "1/2 tsp. lime juice", "1/2 tsp. hot sauce", "1/2 tsp. salt", "1/8 tsp. pepper", "2/3 c. all-purpose flour", "1 tsp. baking powder", "vegetable oil"]
["Combine first 9 ingredients in a mixing bowl; mix well. Combine flour and baking powder; add to clam mixture and stir until moistened.", "Heat 3/4-inch oil in a skillet to 350\u00b0.", "Drop clam mixture into hot oil by level tablespoonfuls.", "Fry until light golden brown, turning once.", "Drain on paper towels.", "Serve immediately."]
["fresh clams", "onion", "green pepper", "eggs", "butter", "lime juice", "hot sauce", "salt", "pepper", "all-purpose", "baking powder", "vegetable oil"]