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Crab and Corn Fritters

Prep Time:

30 Minutes

Cook Time:

10 Minutes

Serves:

6-8 Cakes

Level:

Beginner

About the Recipe

The base of this recipe is a light, savoury batter made from flour, egg, and water - almost like a soft fritter mix. Into this, you fold flaky crab meat and juicy sweetcorn for texture, along with fresh herbs like dill and basil to bring brightness. A hit of grated garlic gives it that crave-worthy depth.

You pan-fry the cakes in a shallow layer of vegetable oil - they puff slightly and go golden, with crisp lacy edges and a soft, sweet-savoury centre. They hold together well, but still have that rustic homemade feel. The crab flavour sings without being too fishy, and the herbs lift every bite.

The yoghurt dip is where it gets elevated. Thick Greek yoghurt mixed with crushed garlic, fresh herbs, lemon, and a touch of olive oil and honey. It’s zesty, creamy, and addictive - the perfect contrast to the crispy, savoury cakes.

This dish hits all the notes: crunch, creaminess, salt, sweet, tang, and freshness. Best served warm, with extra dip and lemon wedges on the side.

Ingredients

Crab Cake Mix:

  • 100g plain flour (dough base)

  • 100ml water

  • 1 egg

  • 100g white crab meat

  • 100g sweetcorn (fresh or tinned, drained)

  • 1 garlic clove, finely grated

  • Handful fresh dill, chopped

  • Few basil leaves, chopped

  • Sea salt & black pepper

  • Vegetable oil (for shallow frying)

Yoghurt Herb Dip:

  • 4 tbsp thick Greek yoghurt

  • 1 small garlic clove, crushed

  • Squeeze of lemon juice

  • Olive oil drizzle

  • 1 tsp honey (optional – balances the garlic)

  • Fresh herbs (basil, dill)

  • Salt to taste

Preparation

  • Make the Batter:In a bowl, mix flour, water, and egg to form a smooth batter. Season with salt and pepper.

  • Fold in Goodness:Add crab, corn, garlic, dill, and basil. Gently fold until evenly combined—don’t overmix.

  • Fry It Up:Heat veg oil in a non-stick pan. Drop heaped spoonfuls of the mix in. Flatten slightly.Fry 2–3 mins each side until golden and crisp. Drain on kitchen paper.

  • Whip the Dip:In a small bowl, stir together yoghurt, garlic, lemon, olive oil, herbs, and a touch of honey. Season.

  • Serve:Plate with a dollop of herby dip, extra herbs and lemon wedges if you like.

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