Shrimp Fritters with Cornichon Dressing Recipe

Name: Shrimp Fritters with Cornichon Dressing
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup mayonnaise; 1/2 cup finely minced cornichons; 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard; 1 teaspoon mustard powder; 1 teaspoon finely minced fresh tarragon; 1 lemon, juiced; Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper; Vegetable oil, for frying; 2 eggs, separated; 8 ounces peeled and cleaned small shrimp (26/30 count), chopped; 1 cup finely sliced scallions; 1 cup small diced zucchini; 1 clove garlic, minced; 1/2 jalapeno, minced; 1 cup all-purpose flour; 1 teaspoon baking powder; 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika; About 2/3 cup buttermilk; Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper

Servings: persons

1 cup mayonnaise
1/2 cup finely minced cornichons
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon mustard powder
1 teaspoon finely minced fresh tarragon
1 lemon, juiced
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
Vegetable oil, for frying
2 eggs, separated
8 ounces peeled and cleaned small shrimp (26/30 count), chopped
1 cup finely sliced scallions
1 cup small diced zucchini
1 clove garlic, minced
1/2 jalapeno, minced
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
About 2/3 cup buttermilk
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper

1
For the cornichon dressing: In a medium bowl, mix together the mayonnaise, cornichons, Dijon mustard, mustard powder, tarragon and lemon juice.
2
Season with salt and pepper.
3
For the shrimp fritters: Heat about 1 1/2 inches vegetable oil in a heavy-bottomed pot until a deep-fry thermometer inserted in the oil registers 350 degrees F.
4
In a small mixing bowl, whip the egg whites to medium peaks; set aside.
5
In a separate bowl, combine the shrimp, scallions, zucchini, garlic and jalapenos and set aside.
6
Whisk together the flour, baking powder and paprika in a medium bowl.
7
Whisk in the egg yolks and enough of the buttermilk so the mixture is thick and not runny (adjust the amount accordingly).
8
Season with salt and pepper.
9
Fold the shrimp mixture into the batter, followed by the egg whites just to incorporate.
10
Drop the fritters into the oil in batches using a small scoop or spoon, about 1 tablespoon each.
11
Cook until golden brown, about 5 minutes, then drain on paper towels.
12
Immediately season with salt.
13
Serve with the cornichon dressing.

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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 19 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup mayonnaise, 1/2 cup finely minced cornichons, 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard, 1 teaspoon mustard powder, and more.

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

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

Shrimp Fritters with Cornichon Dressing

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