Shrimp and Onion Fritters Recipe

Name: Shrimp and Onion Fritters
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup chickpea flour (also sold as gram flour or besan); 1/2 teaspoon baking soda; 3/4 teaspoon salt; Freshly ground black pepper; 1/23/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper; 1 teaspoon ground cumin; 2 tablespoons very finely chopped red onions or shallots; 2 tablespoons very finely chopped cilantro; 1/2 pound shrimp (67 ounces), peeled, deveined, and cut crossways into 1/3-inch pieces; Oil for frying, enough to have 3/41 inch in a frying pan

Servings: persons

1
Sift the chickpea flour, baking soda, and salt into a bowl.
2
Very slowly add about 1/2 cup water to get a thick batter of droppable consistency.
3
Keep mixing to get rid of all lumps.
4
Add the black pepper, cayenne, and cumin.
5
Stir to mix well.
6
Now add the onion or shallots, cilantro, and shrimp.
7
Stir to mix.
8
Put the oil in a frying pan and set on medium heat.
9
Give it plenty of time to heat up.
10
Line a baking tray with paper towels.
11
When the oil is hot (a small piece of batter should sizzle if dropped in), pick up 1 heaping teaspoon of the batter and release it into the hot oil with the help of another teaspoon.
12
Quickly put in enough fritters to use up half the batter.
13
Stir and fry for 67 minutes or until the fritters are a reddish gold.
14
Remove with a slotted spoon and spread on the paper towels.
15
Make a second batch the same way as you made the first.
16
Serve hot.

175

kcal

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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

A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup chickpea flour (also sold as gram flour or besan), 1/2 teaspoon baking soda, 3/4 teaspoon salt, Freshly ground black pepper, and more.

Yes, Shrimp and Onion Fritters 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!

Shrimp and Onion Fritters

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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