Conch Fritters With Coconut-Lime-Curry Dipping Sauce

Jun 06, 2023June 6, 20230 1
Conch Fritters With Coconut-Lime-Curry Dipping Sauce
in Appetizer

Prep

15 min

Cook

15 min

Ready In

30 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 cup chopped green bell pepper
1/2 cup chopped red bell pepper
1 1/2 cups chopped yellow onions
12 ounces tenderized ground conch ( fresh or frozen and thawed )
1/2 teaspoon celery salt
1/2 teaspoon sea salt
1 teaspoon bottled hot sauce
2 eggs
1 1/2 cups baking mix ( such as Bisquick )
fresh ground black pepper
finely chopped fresh parsley ( optional for garnish )
canola oil ( for deep frying )
5 tablespoons fresh key lime juice
2/3 cup sweet cream of coconut ( such as Coco Lopez or Coco Casa )
1 1/2 teaspoons curry powder
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/4 teaspoon sea salt
1/2 cup minced scallion

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
410
Sugar
11g
Fat
25g
Conch fritters are a popular Bahamian delicacy that has become a staple in seafood restaurants worldwide. The batter itself has a crispy exterior that gives way to a creamy, savory interior, thanks to ground conch meat. The Coconut-Lime-Curry Dipping Sauce adds a unique blend of sweetness, tanginess, and spiciness that provides a perfect balance to the fritters' flavor. These fritters make for an excellent appetizer that can be served at parties or enjoyed as a snack. They're also an excellent way to incorporate seafood into your diet.

Instructions

1.In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine chopped green and red bell peppers, yellow onions, tenderized ground conch, celery salt, sea salt, bottled hot sauce, eggs, baking mix, fresh ground black pepper, and parsley (optional).
2.Mix together all ingredients until well combined and let it rest for 5-10 minutes.
3.In a large skillet or deep fryer, heat the canola oil over medium-high heat.
4.Drop spoonfuls of the mixture into the hot oil and cook for about 2-4 minutes on each side.
5.Meanwhile, in a separate mixing bowl, combine fresh key lime juice, sweet cream of coconut, curry powder, cayenne pepper, sea salt, and minced scallions.
6.Whisk ingredients together until well combined.
7.Serve hot Conch Fritters with the Coconut-Lime-Curry Dipping Sauce and garnish with parsley if desired.

PROS

Conch fritters are crisp on the outside and soft on the inside, full of flavor, and provide a good source of protein and essential fatty acids.

The Coconut-Lime-Curry Dipping Sauce adds a touch of sweetness and tanginess that complements the fritter’s flavor.

CONS

Deep-fried food is high in calories, and consuming it regularly may lead to weight gain and other health problems.
It’s essential to enjoy this dish in moderation.

The conch meat can be tough and chewy, which may ruin the overall texture of the fritters.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Conch is low in fat and high in protein, making it an excellent option to fulfill your daily protein requirement.
It is rich in omega-3 fatty acids that help decrease inflammation in the body. Also, it’s a good source of iron, vitamin B12, and selenium.

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