How to Make Creole Red Beans and Rice Fritters - A Step-by-Step Guide

Creole cuisine is known for its bold flavors and rich history, and one of its most iconic dishes is red beans and rice. This classic Creole dish is a hearty and flavorful combination of red beans, rice, and a medley of seasonings. But what if you could take this beloved dish to the next level? Enter Creole Red Beans and Rice Fritters.

These fritters take all the delicious elements of traditional red beans and rice and transform them into a crispy, bite-sized form. The creamy texture o...

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Ingredients

  • 1 cup cooked red beans
  • 1 cup cooked rice
  • ¼ cup finely chopped ham
  • 2 green onions, chopped
  • 4 tablespoons panko bread crumbs
  • 3 large eggs, divided
  • ½ teaspoon Cajun or Creole seasoning, divided
  • ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • ¼ cup milk
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup panko bread crumbs
  • vegetable oil for deep frying
  • ⅛ teaspoon salt

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 10 mins
  • Additional Time: 1 hr
  • Total Time: 1 hr 30 mins
  • Servings: 10
  • Yield: 10 fritters

  • Mix red beans, rice, ham, green onions, 4 tablespoons panko bread crumbs, 2 eggs, 1/4 teaspoon Cajun seasoning, and black pepper together in a bowl to form a tight mixture.
  • Form mixture into small, hush puppy-sized balls, pressing firmly together to hold their shape. Chill for 1 hour to overnight.
  • Whisk milk and remaining egg together in a small bowl to make an egg wash. Mix remaining bread crumbs and remaining Cajun seasoning together in a shallow dish. Roll chilled balls first in flour, coat with egg wash, and roll in bread crumb mixture.
  • Heat oil in a deep-fryer or large saucepan to 360 to 375 degrees F (182 to 190 degrees C).
  • Fry fritters in the hot oil until golden brown, about 10 minutes. Drain on paper towels and sprinkle with salt.
  • Nutrition

    232 cal.

    • Total Fat: 12g
    • Saturated Fat: 2g
    • Cholesterol: 58mg
    • Sodium: 257mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 28g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Total Sugars: 1g
    • Protein: 7g
    • Vitamin C: 2mg
    • Calcium: 29mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 69mg