Seafood·intermediate

Conch Fritters

Name: Conch Fritters (Air Fryer)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 8 min
Total time: 23 min
Yield: ~16 fritters
Ingredients: 1/2 lb conch meat, finely diced (thawed if frozen); 1/2 cup all-purpose flour; 1/4 cup cornmeal; 1 large egg; 2 tablespoons milk; 1/2 teaspoon baking powder; 1 stalk celery, finely diced; 1/4 red bell pepper, finely diced; 1 green onion, sliced; 1 clove garlic, minced; Juice of 1 lime; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon cayenne (or 1 scotch bonnet, seeded and minced, if you want it real)

Yield

Prep

Total

~16 fritters

15m

23m

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Conch fritters are a Bahamian staple, and the air fryer makes them surprisingly easy to prepare. Finely diced conch meat is mixed with a simple batter and air fried to crispy perfection. The recipe details the ingredient list, instructions, and tips for tender fritters.

Ingredients

1/2 lb conch meat, finely diced (thawed if frozen)
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 cup cornmeal
1 large egg
2 tablespoons milk
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1 stalk celery, finely diced
1/4 red bell pepper, finely diced
1 green onion, sliced
1 clove garlic, minced
Juice of 1 lime
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon cayenne (or 1 scotch bonnet, seeded and minced, if you want it real)

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Steps

01Dice the conch meat very fine, almost minced. Conch is chewy. Small pieces distribute better and the fritter holds together.
02Mix the flour, cornmeal, baking powder, and salt in a bowl.
03Beat the egg with the milk and lime juice. Add to the dry ingredients and stir until you have a thick batter.
04Fold in the diced conch, celery, bell pepper, green onion, garlic, and cayenne.
05Drop rounded tablespoons of batter onto a plate or parchment. These don't need to be shaped perfectly. Rustic is fine.
06Refrigerate for 15 minutes to firm up.
07Ready for the air fryer.

Conch meat is tough by nature. Dicing it fine is the key to a fritter that isn't chewy in the middle. If you can find tenderized conch, even better. The lime juice also helps break down the proteins slightly.

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How to Air Fry It

Temp

Cook

Prep

Flip?

375°F

15m

Yes

01Preheat the air fryer to 375°F.
02Grease the air fryer basket and place the prepared conch fritters inside in a single layer.
03Lightly spray the fritters with cooking oil and season with your chosen spice pack (see below).
04Cook at 375°F for 8 minutes, carefully flipping the fritters halfway through the cooking time.
05Remove the fritters once they develop a crispy, golden brown crust and serve hot.

Lightly spray the basket or tray before cooking.