Vegetable Fritters: A Crispy and Flavortul snack

 

Vegetable fritters are a delicious, crispy snack made by mixing shredded or chopped vegetables with a seasoned batter and frying them until golden brown. They are perfect as an appetizer, side dish, or even a light meal.

Basic Vegetable Fritter Recipe

Ingredients:

• 1 cup grated zucchini (squeeze out excess moisture)
• 1 cup grated carrots
• ½ cup finely chopped onions
• ½ cup corn kernels (optional)
• ½ cup finely chopped bell peppers
• ½ cup chickpea flour (or all-purpose flour)
• ¼ cup rice flour (for extra crispiness)
• ½ teaspoon baking powder
• 1 teaspoon salt
• ½ teaspoon black pepper
• ½ teaspoon cumin or paprika (optional)
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder or minced garlic
• 1 egg (or flaxseed egg for a vegan version)
• ¼ cup water (adjust as needed for consistency)
• Oil for frying

Instructions:

1. In a mixing bowl, combine all the vegetables.
2. Add the flours, baking powder, and seasonings. Mix well.
3. Add the egg and a little water, stirring until the mixture holds together but isn’t too runny.
4. Heat oil in a pan over medium heat.
5. Drop spoonfuls of the batter into the hot oil and flatten slightly.
6. Fry for about 2-3 minutes on each side, or until golden and crispy.
7. Remove and place on a paper towel to drain excess oil.
8. Serve hot with yogurt dip, spicy chutney, or a simple squeeze of lemon.

Would you like any specific variations, like a Moroccan twist?