Bahama Mama Seafood Fritters With Tangy Caribbean Cocktail Sauce

Jun 06, 2023June 6, 20230 1
Bahama Mama Seafood Fritters With Tangy Caribbean Cocktail Sauce recipe
in Seafood

Prep

30 min

Cook

15 min

Ready In

45 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1/4 cup fresh lime juice
2 cups ketchup
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1/2 tablespoon pickapeppa red hot sauce
salt and pepper , to taste
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon white pepper
5 ounces conch , cooked and finely chopped
5 ounces cod , cooked and flaked
3/4 cup bottled clam juice
1/2 cup milk
1 1/2 quarts peanut oil or 1 1/2 quarts light olive oil , divided ( 1.5L )
1 green plantain
10 romaine lettuce leaves , cleaned and dried
1 red pepper , diced small

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
820
Sugar
15g
Fat
35g
Bahama Mama Seafood Fritters With Tangy Caribbean Cocktail Sauce is a popular dish in the Caribbean, especially in the Bahamas. It is a delicious blend of fresh seafood, spices, and herbs. The fritters are crispy on the outside with a tender inside. They are perfect for a snack, appetizer, or as a light main course. The Tangy Caribbean Cocktail Sauce is a perfect complement to the fritters, adding a zesty tang to its flavor. Traditionally, fritters are served with fresh lime and tomatoes, but this recipe adds a twist with fried plantains and diced red peppers.

Instructions

1.In a bowl, whisk 1/4 cup of lime juice, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, pickapeppa red hot sauce, salt, and pepper together and chill in the refrigerator.
2.In another bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, salt, and white pepper together.
3.Fold in conch and cod.
4.Gradually stir in clam juice and milk until a batter is formed.
5.Heat 2 inches of oil in a heavy pan to 375°F.
6.Peel plantain and cut into thin slices and fry until crisp and golden brown then drain on paper towels.
7.Drop 2 Tablespoons of batter into the hot oil and cook until golden brown.
8.Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.
9.To serve, place lettuce on plates and top with fritters and plantains.
10.Drizzle with the prepared cocktail sauce and top with diced red pepper.

PROS

Bahama Mama Seafood Fritters are flavorful and crispy on the outside with a tender inside.

They are perfect for a snack, appetizer, or as a light main course.

The Tangy Caribbean Cocktail Sauce complements the fritters perfectly.

CONS

The fritters are deep-fried, which makes them high in calories and fat.

They should be enjoyed in moderation.

The recipe calls for conch, which may be hard to find outside of the Caribbean.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This recipe includes seafood which is rich in omega-3 fatty acids, protein, and essential vitamins and minerals.
The Tangy Caribbean Cocktail Sauce is low in calories and fat, and it includes ingredients that are rich in antioxidants such as tomatoes and lime juice.

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