Magical Mussel Fritters
Total Time: 50 minutes
Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Servings: 4
Description:
Step into the enchanting world of Magical Mussel Fritters – a delightful creation with a crisp, golden batter that wraps around succulent mussels, creating a symphony of flavors. This recipe, meticulously crafted by Doreen Randal from Wanganui, New Zealand, guarantees a culinary journey like no other. The fennel is intentionally omitted for those who prefer a fennel-free adventure. Let’s embark on this magical culinary escapade that promises a perfect balance of texture and taste!
Ingredients:
- 1 1/2 cups flour 🌾
- 1 teaspoon baking powder 🍥
- 1/4 cup cornmeal 🌽
- 2 eggs 🥚
- 1 1/4 cups milk 🥛
- 300g mussels 🐚
- 1 teaspoon paprika 🌶️
- 1 teaspoon cumin 🌿
- 1 teaspoon fennel seed (optional – omitted in this magical version) 🚫
- 1 cup fresh coriander, chopped 🌿
- 1 cup parsley, chopped 🌱
- 1/4 cup red capsicum, finely diced 🌶️
- 1/4 cup frozen corn kernels 🌽
- 1/4 cup spring onion, finely sliced 🧅
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 365.8
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Cholesterol: 137.4mg
- Sodium: 384mg
- Carbohydrates: 52.1g
- Fiber: 2.6g
- Sugar: 0.9g
- Protein: 20.7g
Recipe Instructions:
- Begin the magical journey by beating all the batter ingredients together in a harmonious union, creating a smooth and velvety mixture that will weave the magic into your fritters.
- Gently fold in the star of the show – the mussels, ensuring they are coated evenly with the enchanted batter.
- In a heavy frying pan, heat a little oil to create the perfect stage for the fritters to perform their golden dance. Drop heaped tablespoonfuls of the fritter mix onto the stage, and let them sizzle until they achieve a mesmerizing golden hue on both sides.
- As the fritters reach their culinary crescendo, plate them with a side of lemon wedges, ready to add a zesty note to the magical symphony.
- Take a moment to appreciate the culinary masterpiece you’ve created and raise a toast to Doreen Randal from Wanganui, New Zealand, whose recipe has brought this magic to your kitchen.
Cook’s Tips:
- Feel free to customize the fritters with your favorite herbs and spices to add your personal touch to this magical recipe.
- Serve these fritters as a delightful appetizer or a main course, paired with a refreshing salad for a complete dining experience.
Magical Mussel Fritters – A Culinary Adventure Unveiled!
