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Conch fritters (Beignets de conque)

Small fritters, crispy outside and soft inside, studded with conch and onion. They are one of the most popular snacks in the Cayman Islands, often served with a hot sauce.

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Ingredients

Ingredients

Spices & seasoning

Optional extras

On the side

Instructions

  1. Finely chop the conch meat, onion, seeded pepper and garlic.
  2. In a bowl, mix the flour, baking powder, salt and pepper.
  3. Add the beaten egg, milk and mustard, then mix until you have a smooth batter.
  4. Fold the chopped conch, vegetables and parsley into the batter.
  5. Heat the oil to 180 °C in a deep pot.
  6. Drop spoonfuls of batter into the oil and fry for 3 to 4 minutes, turning them, until golden brown.
  7. Drain on paper towels and serve right away, hot.

Variations and tips

Kids' version. Replace the pepper with a pinch of mild paprika.

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Original Ecomely recipe.