Abacos Bar and Grill's Crayfish Fritters or Lobster Fritters

crayfish

🥗Healthier: shrimp

💰Cheaper: canned tuna

Shrimp is a lean protein alternative, while canned tuna is more budget-friendly.

flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: all-purpose flour

Whole wheat flour adds fiber, while all-purpose flour is often less expensive.

milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: water

Almond milk is a lower-calorie option, while water can be used to reduce costs.

cooking oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Olive oil is healthier, while vegetable oil is usually cheaper.

Start by preparing the ingredients for the fritters.

In a mixing bowl, combine 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour, 1 tablespoon potato starch, 2 teaspoons baking powder, 1 tablespoon dark brown sugar, 1 teaspoon salt, less than 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper, and 1 teaspoon garlic powder. Mix well.

Heat vegetable oil in a deep skillet to about 340°F.

In another bowl, combine 1/3 cup evaporated milk, 1/3 cup water, 1 egg, zest of 1 lemon, 2 teaspoons thyme leaves, and 3 stalks of grated celery. Mix until combined.

Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and mix until just combined.

Fold in 1 cup of cooked and chopped lobster tails (crayfish) into the batter.

Using a spoon, drop the batter into the hot oil, frying about 4 fritters at a time to avoid overcrowding.

Fry the fritters for about 2-3 minutes on one side, then flip and fry for another 1-1.5 minutes until golden brown.

Remove the fritters and place them on a wire rack to drain excess oil, then transfer to paper towels.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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