Tantalize your taste buds with delectable crab fritters, a symphony of flavors and textures that will transport you to a coastal paradise. These fritters are a delightful appetizer or main course, perfect for any occasion. The combination of succulent crab meat, aromatic herbs, and a touch of spice creates a harmonious balance that will leave you craving more. Served alongside a zesty spicy mayo dipping sauce, these crab fritters are an explosion of flavors that will ignite your senses. Whether you're a seafood enthusiast or simply seeking a culinary adventure, this recipe promises an unforgettable gastronomic experience.
In addition to the classic crab fritters, the article also features two tantalizing variations that cater to diverse preferences. For those who enjoy a touch of heat, the spicy crab fritters pack a punch with the addition of jalapeños and cayenne pepper. And for a vegetarian twist, the zucchini crab fritters offer a satisfying alternative, combining the flavors of crab with the freshness of zucchini.
No matter your choice, each recipe provides step-by-step instructions and a carefully curated list of ingredients to ensure your fritters turn out golden brown and bursting with flavor. Whether you're a seasoned chef or a novice in the kitchen, these recipes are designed to guide you towards culinary success. So gather your ingredients, prepare your taste buds, and embark on a culinary journey that will leave you and your loved ones utterly delighted.
CRAB FRITTERS
Crab fritters are fried and served with a garlic and horseradish dipping sauce. Super simple, yet elegant enough to serve to company!
Provided by FoodieGeek
Categories Appetizers and Snacks Seafood Crab
Time 25m
Yield 5
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In the container of a food processor, combine the mayonnaise, mustard, horseradish, garlic, and lemon juice. Process until well blended. Transfer to a bowl, stir in chives, cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.
- Heat the oil in a heavy saucepan or deep fryer to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Stir together the hush puppy mix, milk and egg until smooth. Fold in the crab. Drop tablespoonfuls of the batter into the hot oil. Fry until golden brown, 2 to 3 minutes, turning once if needed. Drain on paper towels. Serve fritters with the garlic sauce.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 293.8 calories, Carbohydrate 21 g, Cholesterol 108.2 mg, Fat 11.9 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 24.9 g, SaturatedFat 1.9 g, Sodium 991.2 mg, Sugar 3.3 g
SPICY MAYO
Provided by Valerie Bertinelli
Categories condiment
Time 5m
Yield 1 1/2 cups
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Combine the mayonnaise, coconut milk, sriracha and lime juice in a bowl and stir together until smooth. Store in the refrigerator until ready to use, up to a week.
CRAB FRITTERS WITH SPICY LIME SAUCE
Steps:
- Make sauce:
- Mix all ingredients in large bowl to blend. Cover and chill at least 1 hour or overnight to develop flavors.
- Make fritters:
- Mix mayonnaise, mustard, lemon peel and hot pepper sauce in medium bowl to blend. Mix in crabmeat. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Shape crab mixture into six 2 1/4-inch-diameter patties, using 1/4 cup mixture for each. Place fritters on baking sheet. Cover and refrigerate at least 3 hours.
- Cut all peel and white pith from grapefruits. Using small sharp knife, cut between membranes to release segments. Repeat with oranges. Chill segments until ready to serve.
- Place panko in shallow dish. Cost each fritter with panko, pressing to adhere. Pour oil into heavy large skillet to depth of 1/2 inch and heat to 350°F. Cook fritters in batches until brown and heated through, about 2 minutes per side. Drain fritters on paper towels.
- Fan avocado slices and grapefruit and orange segments on plates. Drizzle 1 tablespoon sauce over each plate. Top each with 1 fritter. Sprinkle cilantro and chives over and serve.
CRAB AND CORN FRITTERS WITH FRESH CORN MAYO
Recipe courtesy Emeril Lagasse, adapted from Essential Emeril: Favorite Recipes and Hard-Won Wisdom From My Life in the Kitchen, Oxmoor House, 2015, courtesy Martha Stewart Living Omnimedia, Inc.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Appetizers
Yield Makes about 3 dozen
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Melt the butter in a small saucepan over medium heat. Add the corn and cook, stirring as needed, for about 2 minutes. Remove from the heat.
- In a medium bowl, sift the flour, baking powder, sugar, salt, and cayenne together.
- In a small bowl, whisk the milk, eggs, hot sauce, and Worcestershire together to combine. Make a well in the dry ingredients and pour the wet into it. Combine gently with a whisk, then, with a rubber spatula, gently fold in the corn and crabmeat, taking care to not break up the lumps of crab.
- Add enough oil to come halfway up the side of a deep-sided cast iron skillet or Dutch oven or to the fill line of an electric fryer and preheat to 325 degrees F.
- Working in batches of 6 to 8 and using a 2-tablespoon scoop (like a melon baller or ice cream scoop), carefully drop the fritter batter into the oil. You don't want the fritters browning too fast, so don't allow the temperature of the oil to go higher than 325 degrees F or to drop below 300 degrees F; adjust the heat under the pot as needed. Cover the pot with a splatter screen or the vented top if using an electric fryer to protect yourself, as individual corn kernels will pop and fly if they make contact with the hot oil. As the fritters float to the top, roll them over in the hot oil to brown them evenly. When they are golden on all sides, which will take 5 to 6 minutes per batch, use tongs, a slotted spoon, or a spider to transfer them to paper towels to drain. Season with salt immediately so the salt sticks to the fritters, if desired. Repeat until you use up all the batter.
- Serve hot with the Fresh Corn Mayo.
CRAB FRITTERS WITH HERB SALAD AND MEYER LEMON AïOLI
Categories Citrus Herb Shellfish Appetizer Fry Bon Appétit Sugar Conscious Pescatarian Wheat/Gluten-Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free
Yield Makes 4
Number Of Ingredients 20
Steps:
- For aioli:
- Place mayonnaise in small bowl. Whisk in lemon juice, lemon peel, mustard, and vinegar. Gradually whisk in oil. Season to taste with salt and pepper. (Can be made 1 day ahead. Cover; chill. Bring to room temperature before serving.)
- For fritters and salad:
- Whisk egg yolks and crème fraîche in small bowl to blend. Combine crabmeat, chives, shallot, and chopped parsley in medium bowl. Gently mix in mushrooms and yolk mixture. (Can be made 2 hours ahead. Cover crab mixture and chill.)
- Beat egg whites in medium bowl until stiff but not dry; fold into crab mixture. Melt butter in heavy large skillet over medium heat. For each fritter, drop 1/4 of crab mixture (about 1/2 cup) into skillet, spacing mounds apart. Sprinkle each with salt and pepper and flatten slightly. Cook fritters until bottoms are brown, about 3 minutes. Turn fritters over. Cook until bottoms are brown and fritters are cooked through, about 3 minutes longer. Meanwhile, whisk oil and lemon juice in medium bowl to blend. Season with salt and pepper. Mix in herbs.
- Transfer fritters to plates. Top each fritter with dollop of aioli. Place herb salad alongside and serve.
CRAB FRITTERS WITH CHEAT'S CHILLI & CRAB MAYONNAISE
The rich Sriracha-spiced mayo perfectly complements these moreish crispy morsels of crab and nutty gruyère. Great party nibbles and well worth the effort
Provided by Tom Kerridge
Categories Canapes, Snack, Starter
Time 1h
Yield makes about 30 fritters
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Put the butter in a large saucepan with 225ml water, heating slowly so that the butter melts but the water doesn't evaporate. Remove from the heat and quickly add the flour. Mix until fully incorporated and comes away from the pan, then leave to cool to room temperature. Use a wooden spoon to beat in the eggs, one at a time, until smooth, glossy and the mix drips off the spoon after 3 secs. Beat in the cheese until combined, before folding in the chives, crab and some seasoning.
- Meanwhile, mix the mayonnaise ingredients together, season and set aside. Can be made a day ahead.
- Heat the oil in a deep-fat fryer or large heavy-based saucepan (no more than half full) to 160C or until a piece of bread browns in 40 secs. Using a dessertspoon, scoop spoonfuls of the batter and carefully drop them straight into the hot oil (you will need to cook them in batches so that you don't overcrowd the pan). Fry each batch for 3-4 mins until golden brown, then drain on kitchen paper. Season with sea salt flakes and cayenne pepper. Serve hot with the mayonnaise.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 167 calories, Fat 14 grams fat, SaturatedFat 4 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 6 grams carbohydrates, Protein 4 grams protein, Sodium 0.3 milligram of sodium
Tips:
- Use fresh crab meat for the best flavor. If you're using frozen crab meat, be sure to thaw it completely before using.
- Don't overmix the batter. Overmixing will make the fritters tough.
- Be careful not to overcrowd the pan when frying the fritters. This will cause them to cook unevenly.
- Serve the fritters hot with your favorite dipping sauce. Spicy mayo is a classic choice, but you can also try tartar sauce, remoulade, or cocktail sauce.
Conclusion:
Crab fritters are a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer or main course. They're perfect for a party or potluck, and they're sure to be a hit with your guests. So next time you're looking for a new recipe to try, give these crab fritters a try. You won't be disappointed!
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