Crispy, golden shrimp fritters meet the refreshing crunch of romaine lettuce in this irresistible dish that’s perfect for seafood lovers! These Shrimp Fritters with Romaine combine plump, chopped shrimp with a light and airy batter made from all-purpose flour, cornstarch, and aromatics like garlic and scallions, then fried to perfection for a satisfying crunch. Paired with a simple yet zesty romaine salad tossed in a lemony olive oil dressing, this recipe strikes the perfect balance between indulgence and freshness. Ready in just 35 minutes, it’s an ideal choice for a quick lunch, dinner, or even as a crowd-pleasing appetizer! Keywords: shrimp fritters, crispy seafood appetizers, romaine salad recipe, quick seafood recipes, easy fritters recipe.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, cornstarch, salt, and baking powder.
Add the cold water and egg to the dry ingredients and whisk until smooth to form a batter.
Fold in the chopped shrimp, minced garlic, and chopped scallions until evenly distributed.
In a deep skillet or heavy-bottomed pot, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 175°C (350°F).
Using a tablespoon, scoop portions of the shrimp batter and carefully drop them into the hot oil. Work in batches to avoid overcrowding.
Fry each fritter for about 2-3 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through.
Remove the fritters with a slotted spoon and drain on a plate lined with paper towels.
While the fritters cool slightly, prepare the Romaine salad. Chop the Romaine lettuce into bite-sized pieces.
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, and black pepper to make a simple dressing.
Toss the chopped Romaine with the dressing until evenly coated.
Serve the shrimp fritters hot alongside the dressed Romaine salad. Enjoy!
Calories |
1387 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 134.4 g | 172% | |
| Saturated Fat | 19.7 g | 98% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 167 mg | 56% | |
| Sodium | 770 mg | 33% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 36.5 g | 13% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.3 g | 12% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.9 g | ||
| Protein | 22.0 g | 44% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.3 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 96 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 3.3 mg | 18% | |
| Potassium | 563 mg | 12% | |
*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.