DOUBLE-CORN FRITTERS WITH DUNGENESS CRAB CRèME FRAîCHE

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What to drink: Try these with a lightly chilled Oregon Pinot Gris.

Categories     Shellfish     Dinner     Crab     Corn     Bon Appétit     Sugar Conscious     Kidney Friendly     Pescatarian     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free

Yield Makes 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 18

Fritters:
2/3 cup yellow cornmeal
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon sugar
1/8 teaspoon baking soda
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup buttermilk
1 large egg
2/3 cup fresh corn kernels
1/2 cup diced red onion
1/2 cup diced red bell pepper
Corn oil (for frying)
Crème fraîche
6 ounces Dungeness crabmeat, picked over, patted dry, flaked
1/2 cup crème fraîche or sour cream
1/4 cup finely chopped fresh chives plus additional chives for garnish
1/4 teaspoon ground white pepper
Pinch of cayenne pepper

Steps:

  • For fritters:
  • Mix first 5 ingredients in medium bowl. Whisk buttermilk and egg in small bowl to blend. Stir egg mixture into dry ingredients, then stir in corn kernels, onion, and bell pepper (do not overmix).
  • Pour enough oil into large skillet to coat bottom. Heat oil over medium heat. Working in batches, drop 1 scant tablespoon batter for each fritter into hot skillet; spread each to 2-inch round. Fry until golden, about 2 minutes per side. Transfer to baking sheet. (Can be made ahead. Let stand at room temperature up to 2 hours or cover and chill overnight. Bake uncovered in 350°F oven until heated through, 6 to 8 minutes.)
  • For crème fraîche:
  • Place crabmeat in medium bowl. Fold in crème fraîche, 1/4 cup chives, white pepper, and cayenne. Season with salt. (Can be made 2 hours ahead. Cover; chill. Stir before using.)
  • Arrange warm fritters on platter. Top with crab mixture and garnish with additional chives.

Seif Ben fredj
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Overall, I really enjoyed these corn fritters. They were easy to make, delicious, and a hit with my family.


A To Z morning and night social studio
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These fritters are a bit bland. I think I'll add some more seasonings next time.


Noel Alela
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I served these fritters with a side of salsa and guacamole. It was a delicious meal!


Maganda Johnbosco
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These fritters are a great way to use up leftover corn.


Lesedi Sibuyi
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I added a little bit of chopped jalapeño to the batter for a spicy kick.


Imrajul Mansur
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I'm not a big fan of crab, so I used shrimp instead. It was still very good.


Abida
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These fritters are the perfect appetizer or side dish for any occasion.


gian love
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I didn't have any crème fraîche, so I used sour cream instead. It worked just fine.


Olivia David
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The fritters were a little too oily for my taste, but the flavor was still good.


Nidah Lakay
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These fritters were so easy to make! I had them on the table in less than 30 minutes.


Jackhlin K
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I love the idea of using both fresh and frozen corn in this recipe. It gives the fritters a great texture and flavor.


Sudan Adhikari
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These corn fritters were a hit at my party! The combination of sweet corn and savory crab was perfect, and the crème fraîche added a touch of richness and tang. I will definitely be making these again.