cocoQ: What type of fish is used in Caribbean-style fried salmon fritters? A: Fresh salmon fillets. Q: Can I use a different type of flour for this recipe? A: All-purpose flour is recommended, but you can experiment with others. Q: Is there a dairy-free alternative for the milk in this recipe? A: Yes, you can use a dairy-free milk alternative.
Caribbean-Style Fried Salmon Fritters
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Ingredients:
- 1 lb fresh salmon fillets, skin removed and diced
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp Caribbean jerk seasoning
- 1/2 tsp ground cumin
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
- 1/4 tsp garlic powder
- 1/4 tsp onion powder
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 1/4 cup chopped red bell pepper
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 eggs, beaten
- 1/4 cup milk
- Vegetable oil, for frying
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Combine flour, baking powder, jerk seasoning, cumin, paprika, cayenne, garlic powder, and onion powder in a large bowl.
- In a separate bowl, mix diced salmon, cilantro, red bell pepper, green onions, and minced garlic. Season with salt and pepper.
- Add beaten eggs and milk to the salmon mixture and mix well.
- Gradually add the dry flour mixture to the salmon mixture, stirring to form a thick batter.
- Heat vegetable oil in a frying pan over medium heat.
- Drop spoonfuls of batter into the oil, flattening slightly with a spoon.
- Fry fritters for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown and crispy.
- Drain fritters on paper towels to remove excess oil.
- Serve hot with mango salsa or spicy mayo.
- Calories: 320kcal
- Total Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Cholesterol: 140mg
- Sodium: 400mg
- Total Carbohydrates: 20g
- Dietary Fiber: 2g
- Sugar: 1g
- Protein: 25g
