Tortita Recipe
Red crab mousse, corn fritter, avocado, Osetra caviar
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Ingredients
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Tortita Ingredients
Method
Tortita Preparation
Prepare the Crab Mousse
In a mixing bowl, combine the red crab meat, cream cheese, mayonnaise, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper. Mix until smooth and well combined.
Chill the Mousse
Cover the mixing bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate the crab mousse for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Make the Corn Fritters Batter
In another bowl, mix the cornmeal, egg, baking powder, and water until you achieve a smooth batter. Let it sit for a few minutes.
Fry the Corn Fritters
Heat oil in a frying pan over medium heat. Once hot, drop spoonfuls of the corn fritter batter into the pan. Fry until golden brown on both sides, about 3-4 minutes per side. Remove and drain on paper towels.
Prepare the Avocado
Cut the avocado in half, remove the pit, and scoop the flesh out. Slice thinly or mash it, depending on your preference.
Assemble the Tortita
On each corn fritter, place a generous dollop of the chilled crab mousse, a few slices or a smear of avocado, and top with a small amount of Osetra caviar.
Serve
Serve the Tortitas immediately as an appetizer or a main dish, garnished with fresh herbs if desired.