Division of Marketing and Development
Susan Nardizzi, Director
Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services
Adam H. Putnam, Commissioner
Florida Seafood Recipe
Blue Crab Fritters
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Seafood-4328
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Ingredients |
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1/2 cup |
self-rising corn meal |
1/2 cup |
self-rising flour |
1 teaspoon |
baking powder |
1/2 cup |
buttermilk |
1 clove |
garlic, minced |
1/4 cup |
fresh parsley, minced |
1 teaspoon |
hot sauce |
1/2 teaspoon |
seafood seasoning |
1 |
egg |
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salt and pepper to taste |
1 |
pound blue crab lump meat |
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canola oil for frying |
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Preparation
In a large bowl, stir together the dry ingredients; add the milk and egg mixing until smooth. Fold in the crab. Heat the oil in a heavy saucepan or deep fryer to 375 degrees F. Drop tablespoonfuls of the batter into the hot oil. Fry 2 to 3 minutes until golden brown, turning once if needed. Drain on paper towels. Serve hot.
Yield
6 servings
Nutritional Value Per Serving
Calories 176, Calories From Fat 25, Total Fat 3g, Saturated Fat 1g, Trans Fatty Acid 0, Cholesterol 113mg, Total Carbohydrates 18g, Protein 19g, Omega 3 Fatty Acid 0.00g
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Look for "Fresh from Florida" ingredients at your grocery store.
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