"These crisp, light fritters taste like nothing but fresh lobster and sweet corn...."
INGREDIENTS
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One 1 1/2-pound lobster
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1/2 cup basil leaves
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1/2 cup mayonnaise
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Salt
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Freshly ground pepper
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1 cup all-purpose flour
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1/2 teaspoon baking powder
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1/2 teaspoon baking soda
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3/4 cup buttermilk
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1 large egg, separated
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1 ear of corn, kernels cut from the cob
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2 tablespoons minced chives
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1 tablespoon unsalted butter, melted
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Vegetable oil, for frying
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Lemon wedges, for serving