Conch Fritters
Crispy golden fritters packed with tender conch and a hint of spice. A taste of the Caribbean that's surprisingly easy to make at home.
- Total time
- 35 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 420
- Protein
- 25g
Ingredients
- 1 lb conch meat
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 large egg
- ½ cup milk
- ½ medium onion
- 2 stalks scallions
- 2 cups vegetable oil
Instructions
- 1
Tenderize the 1 lb conch by pounding it with a mallet until thin, then finely chop it into small pieces.
- 2
In a large bowl, whisk together the 1 cup flour, 1 tsp baking powder, and a pinch of salt and pepper.
- 3
Beat the 1 egg and 0.5 cup milk into the flour mixture until just combined; the batter should be lumpy.
- 4
Fold in the chopped conch, 0.5 diced onion, and 2 sliced scallions until evenly distributed.
- 5
Heat the 2 cups vegetable oil in a deep skillet over medium-high until a drop of batter sizzles immediately, about 350°F.
- 6
Drop spoonfuls of the batter into the hot oil, frying in batches without crowding, until golden brown and cooked through, about 3-4 minutes per side.
- 7
Drain the fritters on paper towels and serve hot with your favorite dipping sauce.
Tools you’ll need
- Meat mallet
- Large bowl
- Whisk
- Deep skillet
- Slotted spoon
- Paper towels
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