Crab Fritters

Directions

1. 1
   Mix the first five ingredients in a medium bowl to blend.
2. 2
   Let the batter stand for 1 hour at room temperature.
3. 3
   Mix the crabmeat, bread crumbs, two of the egg whites and the parsley in a large bowl.
4. 4
   Season with salt and pepper.
5. 5
   Divide the mixture into 24 mounds.
6. 6
   Press each mound firmly into a ball.
7. 7
   Roll each crabmeat ball in flour; shake off excess.
8. 8
   Immediately before frying, beat the remaining egg whites in a small bowl to stiff peaks.
9. 9
   Fold the egg whites into the batter.
10. 10
    Heat the oil in a deep fryer or heavy saucepan to 360F.
11. 11
    Dip the crab balls, one at a time, into the batter, coating completely.
12. 12
    Carefully lower into the oil.
13. 13
    Repeat with the remaining crab balls, cooking until pale and golden brown, approximately 5 minutes.
14. 14
    Use a slotted spoon to transfer the fritters to paper towels and drain.
15. 15
    Serve with curry sauce.
16. 16
    To make curry sauce, heat the oil in a small heavy skillet over medium heat.
17. 17
    Add the garlic and saute for 1 minute.
18. 18
    Add the curry powder and stir for 1 minute.
19. 19
    Transfer the mixture to a blender.
20. 20
    Add all of the remaining ingredients and blend until smooth.
21. 21
    Pour into a bowl.