Conch Fritters

Crispy, golden, and bursting with island flavor, these Conch Fritters are a Caribbean classic that will transport your taste buds straight to the tropics. Made with tender, chopped conch meat, vibrant bell peppers, zesty jalapeño, and aromatic garlic and cilantro, every bite offers a satisfying blend of textures and bold flavors. The batter, enriched with cornmeal for extra crunch and a hint of hot sauce for spice, is fried to perfection in hot oil until irresistibly crisp. Served piping hot with a squeeze of fresh lemon, these fritters are a crowd-pleasing appetizer or snack perfect for seafood lovers. Whether you're hosting a summer gathering or craving a coastal treat, these easy-to-make conch fritters are sure to make a splash! Keywords: conch fritters, Caribbean recipe, seafood appetizers, tropical snacks, fried conch.

Nutriscore Rating: 66/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound conch meat, cleaned and chopped
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 cup cornmeal
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1 large egg
• 1 cup milk
• 1 small onion, finely chopped
• 0.5 green bell pepper, finely chopped
• 1 tablespoon jalapeño chili, seeded and minced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons cilantro, chopped
• 1 teaspoon hot sauce
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 cups cooking oil, for frying
• 4 lemon wedges, for serving

Directions

Step 1

Prepare the conch meat by pounding it with a meat mallet until tender. Chop it into small pieces and set aside.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, cornmeal, and baking powder.

Step 3

In a separate bowl, whisk the egg and then mix it with milk.

Step 4

Add the chopped onion, bell pepper, jalapeño, garlic, cilantro, and conch meat to the flour mixture.

Step 5

Pour the egg and milk mixture into the dry ingredients and stir until combined. The batter should be thick.

Step 6

Add the hot sauce, salt, and black pepper to the batter and mix well.

Step 7

Heat oil in a deep frying pan or skillet over medium heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).

Step 8

Using a spoon, drop small amounts of batter into the hot oil, making sure not to overcrowd the pan.

Step 9

Fry the fritters until they are golden brown and crispy, about 4-6 minutes, turning occasionally to cook evenly.

Step 10

Remove the fritters with a slotted spoon and place them on paper towels to drain excess oil.

Step 11

Serve the conch fritters hot, with lemon wedges on the side for squeezing over.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1821.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	6272.3

Total Fat 501.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 73.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.1g
Cholesterol 536.3mg	0%
Sodium 3122.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 304.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 25.4g	0%
Total Sugars 24.1g
Protein 162.3g	0%

Vitamin D 161.1IU	0%
Calcium 449.6mg	0%
Iron 17.2mg	0%
Potassium 1439.2mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 70.7%

Protein: 10.2%

Carbs: 19.1%