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Conch Fritters with Caribbean Dipping Sauce Recipe - (3.8/5) image

Provided by Brian

Number Of Ingredients 22

FRITTERS:
1 cup all-purpose flour
3 teaspoons baking powder
sea salt and fresh-ground black pepper to taste
1 cup firm-packed ground conch or shrimp
1/2 green bell pepper, finely chopped
1/2 red bell pepper, finely chopped
1 small onion, finely chopped
2 medium garlic cloves, minced
1/2 cup milk
1 large egg
1 teaspoon fresh lime juice
dash Tabasco to taste
canola oil for frying
CARIBBEAN DIPPING SAUCE:
1/2 cup prepared salsa
1 cup real mayonnaise
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/2 teaspoon dried basil, crushed
1/2 teaspoon salt, plus more to taste
1/4 teaspoon fresh-ground black pepper

Steps:

FRITTERS: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, and pepper. In another bowl, combine the ground conch, green and red peppers, onions and garlic, making sure the conch is well distributed. Add the conch mixture to the flour mixture. Without cleaning the conch bowl, use it to whisk together the milk, egg, lime juice, and Tabasco. Add to the conch mixture, stirring until everything is well mixed. Cover and refrigerate up to an hour so the batter firms a bit. When ready to finish, heat about 1/4-inch oil in a large heavy skillet over medium-high heat. Place about a heaping tablespoon conch batter for each fritter carefully into the skillet, without crowding. This may have to be done in batches. Press down very lightly on each portion of batter to flatten. The fritters will spread slightly. Cook 1 1/2 to 2 minutes per side or until nicely browned and cooked through. Transfer to paper towels to drain. You may want to keep the fritters warm in a 200°F oven while you cook all the batter to keep them warm, but this is optional. To serve, place six fritters on each of four warm dishes. Place about 6 tablespoons dipping sauce in four small bowls. Serve one with each serving. CARIBBEAN DIPPING SAUCE: In a blender, puree the salsa. Place in a nonreactive bowl. Add the remaining ingredients and whisk well. Cover and refrigerate several hours. Stir before serving. Makes about 1 1/2 cups.

Conch Fritters Recipe by Tasty image

Provided by Visit Florida

Categories Appetizers

Time 25m

Yield 24 fritters

Number Of Ingredients 19

1 cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons key lime juice
½ teaspoon kosher salt
2 teaspoons hot sauce
vegetable oil, for frying
1 lb conch meat, cleaned
1 large carrot, chopped
1 stalk celery, chopped
1 small jalapeño, seeded and chopped
1 medium green bell pepper, seeded and chopped
½ small red onion, peeled and chopped
½ fresh cilantro, stems removed
1 ½ cups all purpose flour
1 teaspoon curry powder
¾ teaspoon baking powder
¼ teaspoon cayenne powder
2 teaspoons kosher salt
1 cup light beer
1 lemon, sliced into wedges, for garnish

Steps:

Make the Key lime aioli: In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, lime juice, salt, and hot sauce until well combined, then refrigerate until ready to serve.
Make the fritters: Fill a medium pot with 4 inches of vegetable oil and heat over medium heat until the temperature reaches 350°F (180°C).
Add the conch meat to a food processor and pulse until finely minced. Scoop the conch into a large bowl and wipe the food processor clean.
Add the carrot, celery, jalapeño, bell pepper, red onion, and cilantro to the food processor and pulse until finely chopped, leaving some larger pieces for added texture.
Transfer the mixture to the bowl with the minced conch, along with the flour, curry powder, baking powder, cayenne, salt, and beer. Stir until just combined, being sure not to overmix.
Working in batches of 8-10 at a time, use a 1-ounce scoop to portion the batter into the hot oil and fry, turning the fritters frequently with a slotted spoon or spider, until crispy and golden brown, about 4 minutes. Transfer to a rack lined with paper towels to drain and repeat with the rest of the batter, letting the oil return to temperature between batches.
Serve the fritters warm with the lemon wedges and Key lime aioli.
Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 109 calories, Carbohydrate 6 grams, Fat 8 grams, Fiber 0 grams, Protein 0 grams, Sugar 0 grams

Recipe: Conch Fritters image

Provided by @MakeItYours

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 quart oil for frying
3/4 cup all-purpose flour
1 egg
1/2 cup milk
Salt and pepper, to taste
Cayenne pepper, to taste
1 cup chopped conch meat (substitute lobster if conch is unavailable)
1/2 medium white onion, chopped
1/2 green pepper, chopped
2 stalks celery, chopped
2 cloves garlic, chopped

Steps:

In a large pot or deep fryer, heat oil to 365°F. Mix the flour, egg, and milk in a large bowl.
Season with salt, pepper, and cayenne pepper.
Mix in the chopped conch meat, onion, green pepper, celery, and garlic until well blended.
Drop rounded tablespoons of the mixture into the hot oil and fry until golden brown.
Drain on paper towels. Serve with ketchup, mayonnaise, or your choice of dipping sauce on the side.