Key West Style Conch Fritters with Spicy Aioli

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-08-09 · Updated 2026-08-09

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Golden fried conch fritters seasoned with aromatic herbs and served alongside a creamy, spicy aioli for a classic Key West appetizer. This Caribbean-inspired seafood recipe, ready in about 35 minutes, pairs fresh conch meat, finely chopped, all-purpose flour, baking powder for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 380 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 20 min Cook: 15 min Serves 4 Caribbean cuisine 380 cal/serving

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Ingredients

8 oz fresh conch meat, finely chopped
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 tsp baking powder
1/4 cup cornmeal
1 large egg, beaten
3/4 cup whole milk
1/4 cup green onions, chopped
2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
1 tsp minced garlic
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
2 cups vegetable oil, for frying
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1 tbsp hot sauce
1 tbsp lemon juice

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Instructions

Step 1: In a large bowl, whisk 1 cup all-purpose flour, 1 tsp baking powder, 1/4 cup cornmeal, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper until combined.
Step 2: Stir in 1 beaten large egg and 3/4 cup whole milk until smooth, then fold in 8 oz finely chopped fresh conch meat, 1/4 cup chopped green onions, 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley, and 1 tsp minced garlic.
Step 3: Heat 2 cups vegetable oil in a deep skillet or fryer to 350°F.
Step 4: Drop spoonfuls of the batter (about 2 tbsp each) into the hot oil, frying in batches for 3-4 minutes until golden brown and cooked through; drain on paper towels.
Step 5: For the aioli, mix 1/2 cup mayonnaise, 1 tbsp hot sauce, and 1 tbsp lemon juice in a small bowl until smooth. Serve fritters hot with the spicy aioli on the side.