Description
Golden, crispy fritters filled with sweet peas and melted cheese, served with a tangy lemon yogurt dipping sauce. Perfect for a quick and easy meal or as a savory snack!
Ingredients
- For the Fritters:
- 1/4 cup plain/all-purpose flour (Note: can use gluten-free flour)
- 1/4 cup cornflour/cornstarch (or more flour)
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp cooking salt (kosher or 1/4 tsp table salt)
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1 large egg (~55g/2 oz)
- 2 tbsp milk (any type)
- 2 cups frozen peas (still frozen, break up large clumps)
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar, colby, or any cheese that melts)
- 3/4 cup finely sliced green onion (optional)
- For Cooking:
- 1/4 cup olive oil (for cooking)
- For the Lemon Yogurt Dipping Sauce:
- 1/2 cup plain yogurt
- 2 tsp lemon juice
- 2 tsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1/8 tsp finely grated garlic (optional)
- Pinch of salt and pepper
Instructions
- Make the Lemon Yogurt Dipping Sauce: In a small bowl, mix the yogurt, lemon juice, olive oil, garlic (if using), and a pinch of salt and pepper. Set aside to let the flavors meld.
- Make the Fritter Batter: In a large bowl, mix the flour, cornflour, baking powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Add the egg and milk, and stir until combined.
- Add the Peas and Cheese: Stir in the frozen peas, shredded cheese, and green onions (if using). The batter will look like there are too many peas, but don’t worry—the batter will set as it cooks.
- Cook the Fritters: Heat olive oil in a pan over medium-high heat (about 2 1/2 tbsp oil). Scoop about 3 tbsp of the mixture (or use a 1/4 cup measure) and press it into a round shape, then flatten it to about 1.25” thick. Cook 4-5 fritters at a time.
- Cook each side for about 1 1/2 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy. Transfer the cooked fritters onto a paper towel-lined tray.
- Serve: Serve the fritters warm with the lemon yogurt dipping sauce.
Notes
- If you want extra crispiness, you can add a pinch of cornflour to the batter.
- For a dairy-free version, use dairy-free yogurt and cheese alternatives.
- For a bit of heat, add a pinch of chili flakes or chopped fresh chili to the fritter mixture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fritter
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 240mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
