1 lb. Florida blue crab lump meat 1/2 c. self-rising corn meal 1/2 c. self-rising flour 1 tsp. baking powder 1 clove Florida garlic, minced 1/2 medium Florida onion, minced 1/4 c. fresh Florida parsley, minced 1 tsp. hot sauce 1/2 tsp. seafood seasoning salt and pepper to taste 1/2 c. buttermilk 1 egg canola oil for frying
What to do:
1. In a large bowl, stir together the dry ingredients; add the milk and egg mixing until smooth. Fold in the crab. 2. Heat the oil in a heavy saucepan or deep fryer to 375°F. Drop tablespoonfuls of the batter into the hot oil. Fry 2 to 3 min. until golden brown, turning once if needed. Drain on paper towels. Serve hot.
Recipe courtesy of Florida Department of Agriculture Bureau of Seafood and Aquaculture Marketing
