Tortas de Camarones

Tortas de Camarones are crispy shrimp fritters from Spain, offering a delightful blend of flavors and textures. These dairy-free delights are perfect as a savory appetizer, showcasing the freshness of shrimp combined with the aromatic notes of spices and herbs.

Ingredients

• Fresh shrimp - 200 grams, peeled and deveined
• Chickpea flour - 100 grams
• Water - 150 ml
• Fresh parsley - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Garlic - 1 clove, minced
• Cumin powder - 1 teaspoon
• Paprika - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
• Olive oil - for frying

Steps

1. In a bowl, mix together the chickpea flour, water, minced garlic, cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper until you have a smooth batter.
2. Chop the shrimp into small pieces and fold them into the batter along with the chopped parsley.
3. Heat olive oil in a frying pan over medium heat until shimmering.
4. Spoon small amounts of the shrimp batter into the hot oil, forming fritters about 5 cm in diameter.
5. Fry for about 3-4 minutes on each side or until golden brown and crisp.
6. Remove the fritters from the pan and drain on paper towels to absorb excess oil.
7. Serve warm with a wedge of lemon or your favorite dipping sauce.

Nutrition

• Calories: 280
• Protein: 15 g
• Carbs: 30 g
• Fiber: 5 g
• Sugar: 1 g
• Sodium: 450 mg
• Cholesterol: 100 mg
• Total Fat: 12 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
• Water: 0.1 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein from shrimp, supporting muscle health.
• Rich in fiber due to chickpea flour, aiding digestion.

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