Appetizer: United States – Cajun Dirty Rice Fritters

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Serving Size: 4

Approximate Time

Prep 10 min

Cook 8 min

Total 18 min

Ingredients

U.S. measurements first, metric equivalents in parentheses. Conversions are approximate; oz means weight ounces, not fluid ounces.

2 cups (480 ml) Cajun dirty rice
1 / 2 cup (60 g) all-purpose flour
2 eggs, beaten
1 / 2 cup (60 g) cornmeal
1 / 4 cup (40 g) diced green bell pepper
1 tsp (5 ml) garlic powder
1 / 2 tsp (2.5 ml) smoked paprika
Vegetable oil for frying, to taste

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2 cups (480 ml) Cajun dirty rice
1 / 2 cup (60 g) all-purpose flour
2 eggs, beaten
1 / 2 cup (60 g) cornmeal
1 / 4 cup (40 g) diced green bell pepper
1 tsp garlic powder
1 / 2 tsp smoked paprika
Vegetable oil for frying, to taste

Instructions

1. In a large bowl, combine Cajun dirty rice, flour, beaten eggs, cornmeal, diced green bell pepper, garlic powder, and smoked paprika. Mix until a uniform batter forms.
2. Heat about an inch of vegetable oil in a large pan over medium-high heat.
3. Drop spoonfuls of the mixture into the hot oil, flattening them slightly into patties. Fry each side for 3-4 minutes or until golden brown.
4. Remove fritters from the oil and place on paper towels to drain excess oil. Serve hot.

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