Scallop and Shrimp Fritters with Chipotle Mayonnais

Name: Scallop and Shrimp Fritters with Chipotle Mayonnaise
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 cup mayonnaise; 1 tablespoon finely chopped canned chipotle chiles in adobo plus 2 teaspoons adobo sauce (from can); 1/4 teaspoon fresh lemon juice; 1/2 lb sea scallops, tough muscle removed from side of each if necessary; 1 large egg white; 1 tablespoon chopped shallot; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/8 teaspoon black pepper; 1/3 cup chilled heavy cream; 1/2 lb shrimp in shell, peeled, deveined, and cut into 1/4-inch pieces; 1 cup plain fine dry bread crumbs; About 1/2 cup vegetable oil; Accompaniment: lemon wedges

Servings: persons

1/2 cup mayonnaise
1 tablespoon finely chopped canned chipotle chiles in adobo plus 2 teaspoons adobo sauce (from can)
1/4 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
1/2 lb sea scallops, tough muscle removed from side of each if necessary
1 large egg white
1 tablespoon chopped shallot
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon black pepper
1/3 cup chilled heavy cream
1/2 lb shrimp in shell, peeled, deveined, and cut into 1/4-inch pieces
1 cup plain fine dry bread crumbs
About 1/2 cup vegetable oil
Accompaniment: lemon wedges

1
Stir together mayonnaise, chiles, adobo sauce, and lemon juice in a small bowl, then season with salt.
2
Puree scallops, egg white, shallot, salt, and pepper in a food processor.
3
Add cream and pulse until just combined.
4
Transfer mixture to a bowl and stir in shrimp.
5
Chill, covered, 10 minutes.
6
Put bread crumbs in a pie plate.
7
Drop 6 (2-tablespoon) mounds of scallop mixture onto crumbs, then gently coat with crumbs and shape mounds into 3-inch patties.
8
Transfer as coated to a wax-paper-lined tray.
9
Make 6 more patties in same manner with remaining scallop mixture and crumbs.
10
Heat 1/4 inch oil in a 12-inch heavy skillet over moderately high heat until hot but not smoking, then fry patties in 2 batches, turning once, until golden and firm to the touch, about 4 minutes total.
11
Drain on paper towels.
12
Serve fritters with chipotle mayonnaise.

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 cup mayonnaise, 1 tablespoon finely chopped canned chipotle chiles in adobo plus 2 teaspoons adobo sauce (from can), 1/4 teaspoon fresh lemon juice, 1/2 lb sea scallops, tough muscle removed from side of each if necessary, and more.

Yes, Scallop and Shrimp Fritters with Chipotle Mayonnaise falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Scallop and Shrimp Fritters with Chipotle Mayonnaise

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