These crispy and flavorful crab fritters are a perfect appetizer or snack for seafood lovers. Made with fresh lump crab meat, green onions, and spices, these fritters are quick and easy to prepare.
Ingredients
- 1 lb lump crab meat
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 2 green onions, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1 egg, beaten
- 1 tsp Old Bay seasoning
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil for frying
Directions
- In a bowl, combine crab meat, breadcrumbs, green onions, mayonnaise, egg, Old Bay seasoning, and garlic powder.
- Mix until well combined and form into small patties.
- Heat vegetable oil in a frying pan over medium heat.
- Fry the crab fritters for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown and crispy.
- Remove from the pan and drain on paper towels.
- Serve hot with tartar sauce or remoulade sauce for dipping.
Interesting Facts
Crab fritters are a popular dish in the Southern United States, especially in coastal regions.
You can add diced bell peppers or jalapenos for an extra kick of flavor in these fritters.