Description
Crispy crab and shrimp fritters deliver a coastal symphony of seafood delight. Golden-brown morsels packed with oceanic flavors invite beach memories and culinary exploration, promising pure coastal indulgence for hungry palates.
Ingredients
Scale
Seafood:
- 0.5 pounds (226 grams) lump crab meat, picked over for shells
- 0.5 pounds (226 grams) shrimp, peeled, deveined, and finely chopped
Dry and Binding Ingredients:
- 0.5 cups (60 grams) panko bread crumbs
- 0.25 cups (30 grams) all-purpose flour (for dredging)
- 1 large egg
Flavor and Seasoning Ingredients:
- 0.25 cups (60 milliliters) mayonnaise
- 2 green onions, finely chopped
- 1 small red bell pepper, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons (30 milliliters) fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tablespoon (15 milliliters) Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon (15 milliliters) Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning
- 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2–3 tablespoons (30–45 milliliters) olive oil (for frying)
Sauce Ingredients:
- 0.5 cups (120 milliliters) mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon (15 milliliters) lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon (15 milliliters) capers, chopped
- 1 tablespoon (15 milliliters) dill pickle, finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon fresh dill
Instructions
- Craft a delectable seafood mixture by gently folding crab meat, diced shrimp, panko breadcrumbs, mayonnaise, whisked egg, finely chopped green onions, diced red bell pepper, minced parsley, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, Old Bay seasoning, and garlic powder in a spacious mixing bowl.
- Delicately season the maritime blend with salt and pepper, ensuring ingredients are evenly distributed without overmixing.
- Form the seafood medley into uniform patties, approximately 8-10 in total, and carefully place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Refrigerate the fritters for half an hour, allowing them to firm up and develop enhanced flavor cohesion.
- Meanwhile, prepare the tangy accompaniment by whisking mayonnaise, fresh lemon juice, briny capers, chopped dill pickle, Dijon mustard, and optional fresh dill in a separate bowl.
- Season the tartar sauce with salt and pepper, then refrigerate to meld the vibrant flavors.
- Warm olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat, creating a golden frying environment.
- Gently coat each fritter in a light dusting of flour, shaking off excess to ensure a crisp exterior.
- Fry the fritters in batches, allowing each side to transform into a beautiful golden-brown color, approximately 3-4 minutes per side.
- Transfer the crispy fritters to a paper towel-lined plate to absorb excess oil and maintain their crunch.
- Plate the hot fritters alongside the zesty tartar sauce, garnishing with optional lemon wedges for an extra burst of citrus.
- Complement the dish with a fresh green salad or grilled vegetables for a complete and satisfying meal.
Notes
- Chilling the fritter mixture helps bind ingredients and prevents falling apart during frying.
- Select fresh, high-quality seafood for the best flavor and texture in these delicate fritters.
- Tap excess flour off fritters before frying to achieve a crispy, light golden-brown exterior.
- Fry in batches to maintain oil temperature and ensure even, crisp cooking throughout.
- Homemade tartar sauce elevates the dish with bright, tangy complementary flavors.
- Serve immediately after cooking to enjoy maximum crispiness and seafood freshness.
- Prep Time: 45 minutes (including refrigeration)
- Cook Time: 8 minutes (per batch)
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Caribbean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 350 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 15 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 12 g
- Cholesterol: 80 mg