Jul 17 2026
RestaurantsMathews Food and DrinkShrimp Corn Fritters Recipe

Shrimp Corn Fritters Recipe

Time30m
Serves4

Anson Mills Cornmeal, Pimento Cheese, Scallions

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Ingredients

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Fritter Ingredients

Method

Cooking Instructions

  1. 1

    Prepare the Shrimp

    Chop the shrimp into small pieces and set aside.

  2. 2

    Mix the Dry Ingredients

    In a large bowl, combine the cornmeal, baking powder, salt, and black pepper.

  3. 3

    Combine the Wet Ingredients

    In another bowl, whisk together the eggs and milk until well blended.

  4. 4

    Mix the Fritter Batter

    Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and mix until just combined. Fold in the chopped shrimp, pimento cheese, and scallions.

  5. 5

    Heat the Oil

    In a large skillet, heat the oil over medium heat until hot but not smoking.

  6. 6

    Fry the Fritters

    Drop spoonfuls of the batter into the hot oil, cooking 3-4 fritters at a time. Fry until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes on each side. Remove and drain on paper towels.

  7. 7

    Serve

    Serve the fritters warm with your choice of dipping sauce.

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