Description
Savory shrimp fritters served with a zesty lemon dip, perfect for a delightful appetizer or snack.
Ingredients
- 1 pound shrimp, cleaned and chopped
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup scallions, finely sliced
- 1/4 cup diced yellow bell pepper
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon seafood seasoning
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil (for frying)
- For the Zesty Lemon Dip:
- 1/2 cup Greek yogurt
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Begin by chopping the shrimp into small pieces, ensuring they maintain some texture for a delightful bite.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the chopped shrimp, panko breadcrumbs, scallions, yellow bell pepper, eggs, onion powder, seafood seasoning, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Stir until everything is evenly mixed.
- Shape the mixture into small fritters, roughly 2-3 inches wide. You should yield about 8 fritters.
- Heat the vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat. Once the oil is shimmering, carefully add the fritters in batches, frying them for about 3-4 minutes on each side until they are crispy and golden. Transfer them to a plate lined with paper towels to absorb any excess oil.
- For the zesty lemon dip, whisk together the Greek yogurt, lemon juice, lemon zest, minced garlic, and a sprinkle of salt and pepper in a bowl until well blended.
- Serve the warm shrimp fritters alongside the zesty lemon dip for a refreshing contrast. Enjoy!
Notes
- Ensure the shrimp are chopped finely but not pureed for the best texture.
- Adjust the seasoning according to your taste preference.
- These fritters can be baked instead of fried for a healthier option.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 fritters with dip
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 150mg