Embark on a culinary journey to Vietnam with these Vietnamese Shrimp and Crab Fritters, a delightful treat that blends the flavors of the sea with the freshness of herbs. These fritters are made with a combination of shrimp and crab meat, coated in a crispy batter and fried to golden perfection. A symphony of textures and flavors, the fritters are served with a tantalizing chili-lime sauce that adds a zesty kick. This recipe also includes a delightful vegan version, made with tofu instead of seafood, for those who prefer a plant-based option. Additionally, you'll find a recipe for a flavorful dipping sauce made with fish sauce, a staple ingredient in Vietnamese cuisine. Dive into the vibrant flavors of Vietnam with these delectable fritters and sauces, perfect for appetizers, snacks, or as part of a main meal.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
ASIAN SHRIMP AND GINGER FRITTERS WITH SWEET CHILI DIPPING SAUCE
These tasty morsels are always popular as an appetizer and team well with the sweet chili dipping sauce. Add more chilies to the sauce if you like it hot! You can obtain fish sauce (and also a sweet chili dipping sauce, if you prefer not to make your own) in an Asian food store. The fritters can also be served with my Thai Sweet Chili Sauce, posted separately.
Provided by Daydream
Categories Asian
Time 30m
Yield 15-20 fritters
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Shrimp and Ginger Fritters: Place the breadcrumbs and coconut milk together in a bowl, and set aside.
- Place the shrimp meat, ginger, cilantro, egg and fish sauce into a food processor bowl, and pulse until the mixture is combined.
- It is important not to over-mix or otherwise it will turn into a paste!
- Add the breadcrumbs, which by now should have absorbed all the coconut milk, and pulse until just blended.
- Heat the vegetable oil over high heat, or to 350 degrees F (180 C) in a deep-fryer.
- Drop rounded tablespoons of the mixture into the hot oil, and cook until golden brown on all sides, about 2 minutes.
- Do this in batches.
- As the fritters cook, remove from the oil with a slotted spoon, drain on kitchen paper, and keep warm in a low oven.
- Sweet Chili Dipping Sauce: Place all ingredients in a blender and whizz until blended and sugar is dissolved.
- Serve in a small bowl (it yields 1 cup) to accompany the Asian Shrimp and Ginger Fritters.
SPICY CRAB AND PRAWN FRITTERS WITH CHILLI LIME DIPPING SAUCE
This is from The Australian Women's Weekly Best Food collection. This is a good recipe for a finger food type party or get together.
Provided by Terese
Categories Crab
Time 30m
Yield 30 fritters
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Shell and devein prawns, blend or process with crab, paste, egg, onion, herbs and chill until just combined.
- Using hands, shape level tablespoons of mixture into fritter shapes.
- Heat oil in a large frying pan, cook fritters, in batches, until golden brown and cooked through, drain on absorbent paper.
- Serve fritters with chili lime dipping sauce.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 37.4, Fat 1.4, SaturatedFat 0.2, Cholesterol 38.3, Sodium 251.4, Carbohydrate 0.8, Sugar 0.3, Protein 5.3
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.
Tips:
- For the best flavor, use fresh shrimp and crab meat. If using frozen seafood, thaw it completely before using.
- Be sure to finely chop the shrimp and crab meat. This will help the fritters to hold together better.
- Don't overmix the batter. Overmixing will make the fritters tough.
- Heat the oil to 350 degrees Fahrenheit before frying the fritters. This will help them to cook evenly.
- Don't overcrowd the pan when frying the fritters. This will cause them to stick together and cook unevenly.
- Drain the fritters on paper towels before serving. This will help to remove any excess oil.
Conclusion:
Vietnamese shrimp and crab fritters are a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer or snack. They are perfect for parties or potlucks, and they can also be served as a main course with rice or noodles. The fritters are crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, and they are packed with flavor. The chili-lime sauce is the perfect dipping sauce for the fritters, and it adds a bit of spice and tanginess.
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