In today's culinary adventure, we embark on a delectable journey to create the ultimate mussel fritter. These bite-sized morsels of seafood delight offer a symphony of flavors and textures, promising an unforgettable taste experience. As we delve into the world of mussel fritters, we will explore a selection of recipes that cater to various tastes and preferences. From classic fritters embracing the simplicity of mussel's natural flavors to innovative creations infused with exotic spices and herbs, our culinary quest aims to unveil the perfect recipe that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving more.
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MUSSEL FRITTERS
I found this recipe on the Geocities Website. Whipped it up for lunch today and these fritters are devine. Light and tasty and they go down a treat. The recipe notes that Basil is the secret ingredient in this recipe.
Provided by Kiwi Kathy
Categories Mussels
Time 15m
Yield 6 fritters, 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Lightly steam mussels until they just open.
- Remove beards, take from shell and chop roughly. (Not too fine).
- In a bowl, beat the eggs, Sift in the flour and baking powder and beat with a fork to combine.
- Stir in the mussels, salt, pepper, basil and parsley.
- Melt butter over a medium heat. Drop mixture into butter and fry pancake style until golden brown, then flip and cook until golden on other side.
- Enjoy!
MAGICAL MUSSEL FRITTERS
These are delicious, the batter is nice and crisp. I left out the fennel (don't like it). Prep and cooking times and servings are estimated
Provided by Doreen Randal
Categories Mussels
Time 50m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Beat all the batter ingredients together well.
- Add the mussel mix and stir well.
- Heat a little oil in a heavy frying pan and saute heaped tablespoonfuls of the fritter mix, until golden on both sides.
- Serve with lemon wedges.
- Cheers, Doreen Doreen Randal, Wanganui.
- New Zealand.
MUSSEL FRITTERS
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- 1. On a low to moderate heat, sautè the onion, garlic and chilli in a little olive oil until soft. 2. Cook the mussels in batches. In a large saucepan bring 1 cup of water to the boil. Add half the mussels and put the lid on. After one minute, take the lid off; if the mussels are just starting to open then they are ready. Take them out of the pot and immediately into a strainer/colander. 3. Bring the water back to the boil and add the second batch of mussels. Cook this batch for a little longer, allowing the shells to open. Take this batch out of the pot and straight into the strainer (after removing the previous batch- you want to keep the batches separate). 4. Remove the mussel meat from the shells. Chop the raw mussels from the first batch thoroughly (i.e. to resemble a rough mince) and the cooked mussels roughly (i.e. each mussel quartered). 5. Sieve the flour in a large bowl. Whisk the eggs with the milk and then combine with the flour to form a thick batter. 6. To the batter, stir in the onions, garlic and chilli, mussel meat, chopped parsley and finally season with salt and pepper. 7. Cook spoonfuls of the mixture in a frying pan with a little olive oil. 8. Sandwich a large fritter, tomato sauce and mesculin between two slices of white bread or serve small fritters with lemon wedges.
Tips:
- Use fresh mussels. Fresh mussels have a briny, sweet flavor that is perfect for fritters. Avoid using frozen mussels, as they can be tough and have a less pronounced flavor.
- Clean the mussels thoroughly. Before cooking, be sure to clean the mussels thoroughly to remove any sand or grit. To do this, soak the mussels in a bowl of cold water for 30 minutes. Then, use a stiff brush to scrub the mussels clean. Rinse the mussels well under cold water and drain them.
- Cook the mussels until they are just cooked through. Overcooked mussels are tough and chewy. To avoid this, cook the mussels until they are just cooked through, about 3-4 minutes. You can tell that the mussels are cooked when they open up.
- Use a light batter. A light batter will help the fritters to stay crispy. Avoid using a heavy batter, as it will make the fritters greasy and soggy.
- Fry the fritters in hot oil. The oil should be hot enough to sizzle when you drop the fritters in. This will help the fritters to cook evenly and prevent them from sticking to the pan.
- Serve the fritters hot. Mussel fritters are best served hot, with a dipping sauce of your choice. Some popular dipping sauces include tartar sauce, cocktail sauce, and remoulade.
Conclusion:
Mussel fritters are a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer or snack. They are perfect for parties or potlucks. With a few simple tips, you can make sure that your mussel fritters are crispy, flavorful, and cooked to perfection.
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