Corn and Crab Fritters with Garlic Aioli
Crunchy, golden, and bursting with flavor, these Corn and Crab Fritters with Garlic Aioli are a delicious fusion of fresh seafood and sweet corn, perfect for appetizers or light meals. The fritters feature a crispy cornmeal coating that encases tender lump crabmeat, fresh corn kernels, and aromatic herbs like parsley and scallions, delivering a delightful texture and bold taste in every bite. Paired with a zesty homemade garlic aioli, blended with creamy mayonnaise, minced garlic, and a splash of lemon juice, this dish offers a perfect balance of richness and tang. Quick to prepare in under 30 minutes and fried to sizzling perfection, these savory delights are the ultimate crowd-pleaser for your next gathering or a special treat for yourself.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup All-purpose flour
- 0.5 cup Cornmeal
- 1 teaspoon Baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Cayenne pepper
- 2 large Eggs
- 0.5 cup Milk
- 1 cup Fresh corn kernels
- 8 ounces Lump crabmeat
- 2 Scallions, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 cup Vegetable oil (for frying)
- 0.5 cup Mayonnaise
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt (for aioli)
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, cornmeal, baking powder, salt, and cayenne pepper.
In another bowl, whisk together the eggs and milk until well combined.
Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and stir until just combined.
Fold in the corn kernels, crabmeat, scallions, and parsley, being careful not to overmix.
Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).
Scoop about 2 tablespoons of batter per fritter and gently drop it into the hot oil. Cook 2-3 fritters at a time to avoid overcrowding.
Fry the fritters for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and crispy. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on a plate lined with paper towels.
In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, minced garlic, lemon juice, and salt to make the garlic aioli.
Serve the fritters hot with the garlic aioli on the side for dipping.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4326 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 346.7 g | 444% | |
| Saturated Fat | 47.9 g | 240% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 621 mg | 207% | |
| Sodium | 5123 mg | 223% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 247.3 g | 90% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 17.5 g | 62% | |
| Total Sugars | 21.1 g | ||
| Protein | 89.3 g | 179% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.4 mcg | 17% | |
| Calcium | 441 mg | 34% | |
| Iron | 14.3 mg | 79% | |
| Potassium | 2050 mg | 44% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
