Low Fat Conch Fritters
Dive into the vibrant flavors of the Caribbean with these Low Fat Conch Fritters, a lighter twist on the classic island appetizer! Made with tender conch meat, fresh veggies like onion, green bell pepper, and celery, and a hint of cayenne for a gentle kick, this recipe balances indulgence and health by using skim milk, egg whites, and a non-stick pan lightly coated with olive oil spray. These fritters are pan-fried to golden perfection, delivering all the savory goodness without the extra oil. Quick and easy to make in under 40 minutes, they’re the perfect guilt-free snack or appetizer to impress your guests. Serve them warm and let the tropical vibes transport you!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 ounces conch meat, cleaned and chopped
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 0.5 cup skim milk
- 2 egg whites
- 0.5 cup onion, finely chopped
- 0.5 cup green bell pepper, finely chopped
- 0.25 cup celery, finely chopped
- 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
- 0.25 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- olive oil spray
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, baking powder, garlic powder, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper. Mix well.
Add the chopped conch meat, onion, green bell pepper, and celery to the dry ingredients and stir to combine.
In a separate bowl, whisk together skim milk and egg whites until well blended.
Pour the milk mixture into the dry ingredients, stirring until you achieve a smooth batter.
Preheat a non-stick pan over medium heat and lightly coat it with olive oil spray.
Once the pan is hot, drop spoonfuls of the batter into the pan, shaping them into small rounds using the back of the spoon.
Cook each fritter for about 3-4 minutes on each side or until golden brown and cooked through. You may need to spray a little more olive oil on the top before flipping if needed.
Remove the fritters from the pan and drain on a plate lined with paper towels.
Serve warm as an appetizer or snack. Enjoy your low fat conch fritters!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
884 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 4.7 g | 6% | |
| Saturated Fat | 1.1 g | 6% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 151 mg | 50% | |
| Sodium | 2175 mg | 95% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 124.0 g | 45% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.3 g | 26% | |
| Total Sugars | 13.8 g | ||
| Protein | 85.1 g | 170% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.3 mcg | 7% | |
| Calcium | 234 mg | 18% | |
| Iron | 8.3 mg | 46% | |
| Potassium | 854 mg | 18% | |
*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.
