1 can (6 ounces) crabmeat, drained, flaked and cartilage removed
3/4 cup seasoned bread crumbs, divided
1/4 cup finely chopped celery
1/4 cup frozen cooked tiny shrimp, thawed
1 egg, lightly beaten
1 green onion, sliced
1 tablespoon chopped sweet red pepper
1 tablespoon milk
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon dried parsley flakes
1/2 teaspoon seafood seasoning
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1 cup crushed butter-flavored crackers (about 25 crackers)
1 egg white, lightly beaten
Oil for deep-fat frying
Directions
In a large bowl, combine the crab, 1/4 cup bread crumbs, celery, shrimp, egg, onion, red pepper, milk, garlic powder, parsley, seafood seasoning and pepper. Shape into 1-in. balls.
Place the cracker crumbs, egg white and remaining bread crumbs in separate shallow bowls. Roll balls in bread crumbs; dip egg white, then roll in cracker crumbs.
In an electric skillet or deep-fat fryer, heat oil to 375°. Fry a few balls at a time for 1-2 minutes on each side or until golden brown. Drain on paper towels. Serve warm.
Nutrition Facts
Nutrition Facts: 3 balls equals 187 calories, 6 g fat (1 g saturated fat), 70 mg cholesterol, 526 mg sodium, 21 g carbohydrate, 1 g fiber, 12 g protein.
Reviews