Zucchini and Shrimp Fritters Recipe

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Zucchini and Shrimp Fritters
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Directions:

  1. Season the shrimp lightly with the Essence and set aside.
  2. In a medium skillet, melt the butter over medium-high heat.
  3. Add the onions and cook, stirring, until soft, 2-3 minutes.
  4. Add the shrimp and pinch of salt and cook, stirring, until the shrimp turn pink, 2-3 minutes.
  5. Set aside to cool.
  6. In a large pot or deep-fryer, heat the oil to 360°F.
  7. In a large bowl, make the batter by whisking the eggs, milk, baking powder, salt and cayenne.
  8. Add the flour 1/4 of a cup at a time, beating and incorporating until all is used and the batter is smooth.
  9. Stir in the parsley.
  10. Add the shrimp mixture and grated zucchini to the batter and fold to mix.
  11. Using a small ice cream scoop or a tablespoon measuring 1-1/2 tablespoons, drop the batter into the hot oil.
  12. When the fritters pop to the surface, roll them around with a slotted spoon in the oil to brown them on all side, about 3 minutes.
  13. Drain on paper towels and season with additional Essence.
  14. Serve hot.
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Nutrition Facts

Per ServingPer 100 g
Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories 809.3 Kcal (3388 kJ)
Calories from fat 205.41 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 22.82g 35%
Cholesterol 189.48mg 63%
Sodium 843.56mg 35%
Potassium 1307.47mg 28%
Total Carbs 122.25g 41%
Sugars 4.66g 19%
Dietary Fiber 5.92g 24%
Protein 28.34g 57%
Vitamin C 40.5mg 67%
Vitamin A 0.1mg 3%
Iron 4.1mg 23%
Calcium 360.7mg 36%
Amount Per 100 g
Calories 179.75 Kcal (753 kJ)
Calories from fat 45.62 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 5.07g 35%
Cholesterol 42.08mg 63%
Sodium 187.36mg 35%
Potassium 290.39mg 28%
Total Carbs 27.15g 41%
Sugars 1.03g 19%
Dietary Fiber 1.32g 24%
Protein 6.3g 57%
Vitamin C 9mg 67%
Iron 0.9mg 23%
Calcium 80.1mg 36%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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Tastes

  • salty
  • savory
  • bitter
  • sweet
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Recipe Tags

Weightwatchers Points

  • 17.3
    Points
  • 21
    PointsPlus

Good Points

  • saturated fat free

Bad Points

  • High in Sodium

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