Shrimp Fritters with Spicy Moroccan Dipping Sauce

Dairy Free
Health score
4%
Shrimp Fritters with Spicy Moroccan Dipping Sauce
45 min.
4
213kcal

Suggestions


Welcome to a culinary journey that promises to tantalize your taste buds with the delightful Shrimp Fritters with Spicy Moroccan Dipping Sauce. This recipe brings together vibrant flavors and an enticing aroma, making it the perfect choice for lunch, dinner, or any gathering where delicious food is a must. With just 45 minutes of your time, you can whip up this dairy-free dish that serves four, with each serving packing a satisfying 213 calories.

The crispy shrimp fritters, encased in delicate gyoza skins, are filled to perfection with fresh leeks and herbs. The combination of cilantro and mint adds a refreshing burst of flavor, while succulent shrimp provides a delightful texture. The double-dipping in flour, egg, and panko breadcrumbs creates a satisfying crunch that’s hard to resist.

But the magic doesn’t end there. The spicy Moroccan dipping sauce, with its rich blend of red wine, shallots, and aromatic spices, takes this dish to the next level. It’s a vibrant complement that enhances the lightness of the fritters while introducing a touch of heat that’s truly addictive.

Whether enjoyed as a main dish or a snack to impress your guests, these shrimp fritters are sure to be a crowd-pleaser. So grab your apron and get ready to create a dish that’s not only a feast for the palate but also an exciting addition to your cooking repertoire!

Ingredients

  • 0.3 teaspoon cornstarch 
  • large eggs 
  • 0.8 cup fat-skimmed beef broth fat-free
  • teaspoons flour all-purpose
  • tablespoon cilantro leaves fresh chopped
  • 1.5 teaspoons ginger fresh minced peeled
  • tablespoon mint leaves fresh chopped
  • cup leek thinly sliced ( 1 large)
  • tablespoons soy sauce low-sodium
  • 0.5 teaspoon olive oil 
  • teaspoons olive oil divided
  • 0.5 cup panko bread crumbs (Japanese)
  • 24  wonton skins 
  • 0.5 cup red wine 
  • tablespoon rice vinegar 
  • tablespoons shallots minced
  • 0.5 pound shrimp deveined peeled
  • teaspoon suya seasoning mix 
  • tablespoon water 
  • teaspoon water 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • baking sheet
  • paper towels
  • whisk

Directions

  1. Heat a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Coat pan with cooking spray.
  2. Add leek to pan; cook 4 minutes or until slightly tender.
  3. Add ginger; saut 1 minute.
  4. Remove leek mixture from pan; set aside. Wipe pan dry with a paper towel.
  5. Combine cilantro and mint in a small bowl.
  6. Cut each shrimp in half lengthwise.
  7. Place 2 shrimp halves, 2 teaspoons leek mixture, and 1/2 teaspoon cilantro mixture on 1 gyoza skin (cover remaining gyoza skins to prevent drying). Moisten edges of skin with water, and top with another gyoza skin. Repeat procedure with remaining shrimp halves, leek mixture, cilantro mixture, and gyoza skins (cover shrimp packets with a damp towel to prevent drying).
  8. Combine 1 tablespoon water and egg in a small bowl, stirring with a whisk.
  9. Place panko in a small bowl; place flour in another small bowl. Dip each shrimp packet in flour; dip in egg mixture, and dredge in panko.
  10. Place packets on a baking sheet.
  11. Heat 1 teaspoon oil in a large nonstick skillet coated with cooking spray over medium-high heat.
  12. Add 6 packets to pan. Cook 3 minutes on each side or until browned; remove from pan. Repeat procedure with remaining 1 teaspoon oil and packets; wipe pan dry with a paper towel.
  13. To prepare dipping sauce, heat 1/2 teaspoon oil in pan.
  14. Add shallots; saut 3 minutes or until tender.
  15. Add 1 teaspoon Moroccan Spice Blend; cook 1 minute.
  16. Add red wine and vinegar, scraping bottom of pan to loosen browned bits; bring to a boil. Cook until reduce to 1/2 cup (about 3 minutes).
  17. Add broth and soy sauce, and cook until reduced to 1/2 cup (about 3 minutes).
  18. Combine cornstarch and 1 teaspoon water; add cornstarch mixture to pan. Cook 30 seconds or until slightly thickened, stirring constantly.
  19. Serve dipping sauce with fritters.

Nutrition Facts

Calories213kcal
Protein40.81%
Fat30.66%
Carbs28.53%

Properties

Glycemic Index
63.5
Glycemic Load
2.34
Inflammation Score
-5
Nutrition Score
9.4647826370986%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.06mg
Petunidin
0.59mg
Delphinidin
0.6mg
Malvidin
4.15mg
Peonidin
0.38mg
Catechin
2.14mg
Epigallocatechin
0.02mg
Epicatechin
1.14mg
Eriodictyol
0.39mg
Hesperetin
0.32mg
Naringenin
0.53mg
Apigenin
0.11mg
Luteolin
0.17mg
Isorhamnetin
0.01mg
Kaempferol
0.62mg
Myricetin
0.17mg
Quercetin
0.38mg
Gallocatechin
0.02mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:212.61kcal
10.63%
Fat:6.49g
9.99%
Saturated Fat:1.58g
9.89%
Carbohydrates:13.59g
4.53%
Net Carbohydrates:11.94g
4.34%
Sugar:2.13g
2.37%
Cholesterol:143.49mg
47.83%
Sodium:720mg
31.3%
Alcohol:3.18g
100%
Alcohol %:1.94%
100%
Protein:19.45g
38.89%
Phosphorus:199.49mg
19.95%
Vitamin K:20.63µg
19.65%
Manganese:0.39mg
19.26%
Copper:0.31mg
15.7%
Iron:2.39mg
13.3%
Magnesium:46.6mg
11.65%
Selenium:7.81µg
11.16%
Folate:42.24µg
10.56%
Vitamin A:523.02IU
10.46%
Calcium:103.91mg
10.39%
Potassium:345.94mg
9.88%
Vitamin B2:0.15mg
8.98%
Zinc:1.26mg
8.37%
Vitamin B1:0.12mg
8.05%
Vitamin B6:0.15mg
7.6%
Fiber:1.65g
6.6%
Vitamin E:0.97mg
6.45%
Vitamin B3:1.21mg
6.03%
Vitamin C:3.6mg
4.36%
Vitamin B5:0.39mg
3.91%
Vitamin B12:0.22µg
3.71%
Vitamin D:0.25µg
1.67%
Source:My Recipes