Crab Fritters

Crispy crab fritters are served with a spicy dipping sauce made from mayo, horseradish, mustard, and lemon for an elegant seafood appetizer.

• Preparation Time: 15 mins
• Cooking Time: 10 mins
• Total Time: 25 mins
• Calories: 294 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 egg
• ½ cup milk
• 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh chives
• ¾ cup light mayonnaise
• 1 tablespoon prepared horseradish
• 2 cups oil for frying
• 2 cloves garlic, peeled
• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
• 1 cup hush puppy mix
• 1 pound cooked lump crabmeat

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

In the container of a food processor, combine mayonnaise, mustard, horseradish, garlic, and lemon juice; process until well blended. Transfer to a bowl; stir in chives, cover, and refrigerate until ready to serve.

Step 2

Heat oil in a heavy saucepan or deep fryer to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Stir together hush puppy mix, milk and egg until smooth; fold in crabmeat. Drop tablespoonfuls of batter into hot oil; fry until golden brown, 2 to 3 minutes, turning once if needed. Drain on paper towels. Serve fritters with garlic sauce.