Churros I
This is a very simple recipe for plain churros. Makes one plateful, suitable for about 4 people. It can easily be doubled or halved, but be warned that attempting to mix more than double this recipe at once is very…
Recipe Types fritters
Tempura
Tempura is one of the fried foods of Japan. Various meats, fish, and vegetables are dipped in batter and then deep fried until lightly golden. Ingredients 1 egg 1 cup ice cold water 1 cup all-purpose flour Oil for deep-frying…
Latkes
Latkes are potato pancakes, commonly associated with the Jewish cultural tradition in the United States and Europe. They can be and are served any time, but traditionally form part of the menu during the celebration of Chanukah. Eating potato pancakes…
Zalabiyeh (Sweet Fritters) I
Zalabiyeh is a deep-fried fritter eaten in many societies, made almost entirely of wheat flour, yeast, salt and water. It can be made quite sweet by being sprinkled with confectionary sugar or dipped in honey. Ingredients 600 g white, all-purpose…
Spicy Crab Cakes
These spicy crab cakes get an extra kick from cayenne pepper. Ingredients Chipotle remoulade ¼ cup mayonnaise ¼ cup Dijon mustard 2 tbsp dill, finely chopped 2 tbsp flat-leaf parsley, finely chopped 1 tbsp chipotle in adobo sauce, puréed Salt…
Sirniki (Russian Cheese Fritters)
Sirniki are Russian sweet curd fritters, generally eaten after the main course at dinner, but sometimes also at breakfast. Ingredients 500 grams cottage cheese 2 eggs 6 tablespoons flour 2 tablespoons sugar 1 teaspoon salt Garnish Sour cream and sugar…
Gulab Jamun (Fried Milk Balls in Syrup)
Gulab jamun is a popular Indian and Pakistani sweet dish comprised of fried milk balls in a sweet syrup flavoured with cardamom seeds and rosewater or saffron. It originates from Bengal and is pronounced “Gulab Jambuh” in regional languages such…
Fried Wheat Bread Balls (Bhatoora)
Bhatoora is a light and airy Indian fried bread, and it is generally eaten with a chickpea curry or cholle. Ingredients 5 cups (650 g / 1.4 lb) wheat flour 1 tsp salt ½ tsp active dry yeast OR 1…
Jalebi (Fritters in Syrup)
Jalebi is a sweet fritter that is shaped like a slightly large, chaotic pretzel. It is traditionally prepared in India and Pakistan. Well-made jalebi has a tart element with a sweet taste. Ingredients Batter 3 cups all-purpose flour ¼ cup…
Nigerian Puff Puff
Puff puff is a Nigerian snack of fried dough, similar to doughnuts and Ghanaian bofrot. It’s frequently served as an appetizer or a snack, and it is often found at Nigerian celebrations. It is soft, spongy, fluffy, and simple to…
Jhilinga (Nepalese Rice Fritters)
Jhilinga is a traditional Nepalese food popular specially during festivals. Jhilinga is super crunchy, and is favoured by people of all age groups. It is closely associated mostly with people of different caste like the Newars, Gurungs, Magars and many…
Koeksisters (Fried Braided Pastry in Syrup)
Cookbook | Recipes | Ingredients | Equipment | Techniques | Cookbook Disambiguation Pages | Recipes | Cuisine of South Africa | Confections A koeksister is a fritter, usually in the shape of a plait, that is dipped in a cold…