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Mediterranean Veggie Fritters

Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Servings: 15 fritters

Ingredients

  • 2 onions mined
  • 2 cloves of garlic minced
  • 4 scallions thinly slices, about 1/4 cup
  • 2 carrots grated, about 1 cup grated carrots
  • 2 teaspoons cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon turmeric
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground coriander
  • 2 teaspoons salt more to taste
  • 2 teaspoons pepper more to taste
  • 2 tablespoons parsley roughly chopped
  • 1/4 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1/2 cup almond flour
  • 2 medium beets shredded about 2 cups, water squeezed out
  • 2 eggs
  • 1/4 cup tapioca flour
  • 2 cups avocado oil

Instructions

  • 1.In a medium skillet sauté onion and garlic until the onion turns translucent and the garlic begins to brown. Turn off heat, let cool and place in a medium mixing bowl.
  • 2. Add scallions, carrots, spices, parsley, lemon juice, and almond flour.
  • 3. Place the shredded beet in a paper towel or cheesecloth, squeeze out as much liquid as you can, and add it to the carrot mixture.
  • 4. In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs and tapioca powder to form a thick paste. Add the paste to the beet/carrot mixture and stir until just combined. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
  • 5. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat with avocado oil.
  • 6. Once the oil is at frying temperature (365℉), spoon 2 tablespoons of the batter into the pan to make a fritter that is about 2 inches in diameter. Use the spatula to help form it. Let fry for 3-5 minutes on each side, or until the fritters start to crisp up and turn a deep brown. Repeat with remaining veggie batter.
  • 7. Place the cooked fritters on a plate lined with paper towels and set aside until ready to serve. Serve warm.

Notes

  • Recipe inspired by Persiana cookbook by Sabrina Ghayour
  • You can bake these instead of frying them. Bake at 375°F until both sides are crispy.

Nutrition

Calories: 83kcal | Carbohydrates: 11g | Protein: 3.5g | Fat: 3.2g | Saturated Fat: 0.7g | Cholesterol: 47mg | Sodium: 730mg | Fiber: 2.7g | Sugar: 4.8g