Sweet Corn & Shrimp Fritters

Makes about 18 fritters

Ingredients

• 1 lb shrimp, peeled, deveined, cooked, chopped
• 2 cups fresh sweet corn kernels
• 1 red bell pepper, finely diced
• 1 shallot, finely diced
• ½ cup all-purpose flour
• ¼ cup cornmeal
• 2 large eggs
• ¼ cup whole milk
• 2 green onions, thinly sliced
• 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
• 1 tbsp fresh chives, chopped
• 1 tsp Old Bay seasoning
• ½ tsp garlic powder
• ½ tsp kosher salt
• ¼ tsp freshly cracked black pepper
• Vegetable or canola oil, for frying

Procedure:

1. In a large bowl, combine the chopped shrimp, corn, flour, cornmeal, eggs, milk, green onions, parsley, chives, Old Bay, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
2. Mix just until everything is evenly incorporated. Do not overmix.
3. Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat.
4. Drop the batter into the hot oil by heaping tablespoons.
5. Fry for approximately 3-5 minutes, or until golden brown.
6. Transfer to a paper-towel-lined plate or wire rack to drain.
7. Serve hot with desired sauce.