Ukrainian Shrimp Fritters
A hearty Ukrainian-inspired appetizer or snack featuring succulent shrimp in a crispy fritter batter.
Ingredients
- ●1 pound peeled and deveined Shrimp
- ●1 cup All-purpose flour
- ●2 large Eggs
- ●1 cup Grass-fed buttermilk
- ●1 cup cubed Hearty whole-grain Ukrainian-style bread
- ●1/2 cup grated Grass-fed cheddar cheese
- ●1 teaspoon Salt
- ●1/2 teaspoon Black pepper
- ●1/4 cup melted Butter
Instructions
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1. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together flour, eggs, buttermilk, salt, and black pepper.
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2. Add the cubed bread and grated cheese to the bowl. Mix until the bread is evenly coated.
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3. Gently fold in the shrimp until they are evenly distributed throughout the batter.
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4. Using a 1/4 cup measuring cup, scoop the batter into balls and flatten slightly into patties.
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5. Heat about 1/2 inch of butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
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6. When the butter begins to foam, add 4-5 patties to the skillet and cook for about 3-4 minutes on each side, until golden brown and crispy.
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7. Remove the fritters from the skillet and place on a paper towel-lined plate to drain any excess oil.
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8. Serve the fritters hot with your favorite dipping sauce.
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9. Repeat the cooking process with any remaining batter.
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10. Serve immediately and enjoy!