Double-Corn Fritters with Dungeness Crab Crème Fraîche

Health score
6%
Double-Corn Fritters with Dungeness Crab Crème Fraîche
45 min.
8
152kcal

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If you're looking to impress your guests or simply indulge in a delightful culinary experience, these Double-Corn Fritters with Dungeness Crab Crème Fraîche are the perfect treat. Imagine golden, crispy fritters bursting with the sweetness of fresh corn, layered with the luxurious taste of Dungeness crab, all lightened up with a creamy crème fraîche. This dish stands as a remarkable balance of flavors and textures, making it an elegant addition to any meal or gathering.

What sets these fritters apart is the dual use of both yellow cornmeal and fresh corn kernels, creating a wonderful depth of corn flavor. Enhanced by diced red bell peppers and fresh chives, each bite is not only satisfying but offers a beautiful burst of color and freshness on your plate. This recipe yields a generous serving size, making it an ideal side dish, a fantastic antipasti option, or even a delectable starter for your dinner parties.

The stunning crab crème fraîche elevates these fritters from ordinary to extraordinary, offering a sophisticated touch that will have your guests raving. Whether served at a cozy family meal or a festive gathering, these fritters are sure to steal the show. Moreover, they can be made ahead, allowing you to enjoy the celebration without the hassle of last-minute cooking. Dive into this culinary adventure, and delight in the perfect harmony of flavors that define this unforgettable dish!

Ingredients

  • 0.1 teaspoon baking soda 
  • 0.5 cup buttermilk 
  • pinch ground pepper 
  • 0.3 cup chives fresh finely chopped for garnish
  • servings corn oil for frying
  • ounces crab meat dry picked over flaked
  • 0.5 cup crème fraîche sour
  • large eggs 
  • tablespoons flour all-purpose
  • 0.7 cup ears corn fresh
  • 0.3 teaspoon pepper white
  • 0.5 cup bell pepper diced red
  • 0.5 cup onion diced red
  • 0.1 teaspoon salt 
  • teaspoon sugar 
  • 0.7 cup cornmeal yellow

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • baking sheet
  • oven
  • whisk

Directions

  1. Mix first 5 ingredients in medium bowl.
  2. Whisk buttermilk and egg in small bowl to blend. Stir egg mixture into dry ingredients, then stir in corn kernels, onion, and bell pepper (do not overmix).
  3. Pour enough oil into large skillet to coat bottom.
  4. Heat oil over medium heat. Working in batches, drop 1 scant tablespoon batter for each fritter into hot skillet; spread each to 2-inch round. Fry until golden, about 2 minutes per side.
  5. Transfer to baking sheet. (Can be made ahead.
  6. Let stand at room temperature up to 2 hours or cover and chill overnight.
  7. Bake uncovered in 350°F oven until heated through, 6 to 8 minutes.)
  8. Place crabmeat in medium bowl. Fold in crème fraîche, 1/4 cup chives, white pepper, and cayenne. Season with salt. (Can be made 2 hours ahead. Cover; chill. Stir before using.)
  9. Arrange warm fritters on platter. Top with crab mixture and garnish with additional chives.

Nutrition Facts

Calories152kcal
Protein20.15%
Fat34.09%
Carbs45.76%

Properties

Glycemic Index
47.57
Glycemic Load
8.23
Inflammation Score
-5
Nutrition Score
9.3913043374601%

Flavonoids

Luteolin
0.06mg
Isorhamnetin
0.59mg
Kaempferol
0.19mg
Quercetin
2.11mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:152.09kcal
7.6%
Fat:5.83g
8.97%
Saturated Fat:2.21g
13.81%
Carbohydrates:17.61g
5.87%
Net Carbohydrates:15.63g
5.68%
Sugar:3.55g
3.95%
Cholesterol:42.31mg
14.1%
Sodium:263.49mg
11.46%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:7.75g
15.5%
Vitamin B12:2.07µg
34.47%
Vitamin C:15.85mg
19.21%
Selenium:12.64µg
18.06%
Phosphorus:132.41mg
13.24%
Zinc:1.98mg
13.23%
Copper:0.26mg
12.88%
Vitamin A:527.14IU
10.54%
Vitamin B6:0.19mg
9.28%
Folate:36.15µg
9.04%
Magnesium:36.09mg
9.02%
Manganese:0.17mg
8.31%
Fiber:1.98g
7.92%
Vitamin B2:0.13mg
7.82%
Vitamin B1:0.11mg
7.52%
Potassium:206.78mg
5.91%
Vitamin B3:1.08mg
5.42%
Iron:0.93mg
5.17%
Calcium:50.82mg
5.08%
Vitamin B5:0.5mg
4.99%
Vitamin K:3.86µg
3.67%
Vitamin E:0.46mg
3.09%
Vitamin D:0.32µg
2.13%
Source:Epicurious