Scallop Fritters

These wonderful little apps were inspired by my friends Monday dinner nights, where the theme was Under the Sea.

Servings: 12 or 2 fritters per person
Prep Time: 40 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes

Ingredients:
1 1/2 c Flour
1 1/2 c Corn Meal
1 Tbsp Baking Powder
1/2 c Grated Romano and or Parmesan Cheese
1 tsp Black Pepper
1 tsp Salt
1 tsp Paprika
1/2 c Green Onion, chopped
1/2 c Red Pepper, chopped
2 large eggs
1 cup milk
1 lb scallops coarsely chopped
1 tsp Lemongrass
Vegetable oil

• In a large bowl whisk 1st 7 ingredients
• Stir in onions and peppers, set mixture aside
• Add eggs to a small bowl. Whisk in lemongrass and fish sauce
• Add eggs & milk to flour mixture
• Stir in Scallops, cover and refrigerate for a 1/2 hour
• Preheat oil in a large skillet with 4 inch sides or deep fryer
• Drop tablespoons of fritter mixture into hot oil and fry for about 6 minutes or until fritters are golden brown
• With a slotted spoon place fritters on a plate with paper towels
• Serve with a garlicky aioli and lemon wedges