Homemade Potato and Vegetable Fritters

These Homemade Potato and Vegetable Fritters are a delightful combination of grated potato, mixed vegetables, cheese, and optional ham, fried until crispy and golden. Perfect as a savory appetizer or a satisfying side dish.

Preparation Time:

  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: Makes about 10 fritters

Ingredients:

  • 1 large potato, peeled and grated
  • 1 tablespoon potato starch
  • 1 onion, finely chopped
  • 1 carrot, finely chopped
  • 1 bell pepper, finely chopped
  • 3 small tomatoes, finely chopped
  • A bunch of spring onions, finely chopped
  • 1 egg
  • 150 grams (5.3 oz) cheese, grated
  • 3 cloves of garlic, minced
  • 2 slices of ham, chopped (optional)
  • Salt, to taste
  • Black pepper, to taste
  • Sunflower oil, for frying

Directions:

Prepare the Potato Mixture:

  1. Peel and grate the large potato into a mixing bowl. Add potato starch to the grated potato and mix well.

Chop and Add Vegetables:

  1. Finely chop the onion, carrot, bell pepper, tomatoes, spring onions, and garlic cloves. Add them to the grated potato mixture.

Combine and Season:

  1. Crack an egg into the bowl with the vegetable and potato mixture. Mix everything together until well combined.
  2. Grate the cheese and add it to the mixture. If using ham, chop it into small pieces and add it as well.
  3. Season the mixture with salt and black pepper according to your taste. Mix everything thoroughly.

Fry the Fritters:

  1. Heat sunflower oil in a frying pan over medium heat.
  2. Spoon portions of the mixture into the hot oil, shaping them into fritters with a spoon or your hands.
  3. Cook the fritters for about 3-4 minutes on each side or until golden brown and crispy.

Drain and Serve:

  1. Once cooked, transfer the fritters to a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil.
  2. Serve the potato and vegetable fritters hot with your favorite dipping sauce or condiment.

Serving Suggestions:

  • Enjoy these fritters as a delicious appetizer or side dish.
  • Serve with sour cream, yogurt, or a homemade dipping sauce.

Cooking Tips:

  • Ensure the oil is hot enough before adding the fritter mixture to achieve crispy results.
  • Adjust the size of the fritters based on your preference.

Nutritional Benefits:

  • Provides vitamins and minerals from fresh vegetables.
  • Contains protein from eggs and cheese.
  • Can be customized to be vegetarian by omitting the ham.

Dietary Information:

  • Vegetarian: If omitting ham
  • Nut-free: Check ingredients for allergens

Storage:

  • These fritters are best enjoyed fresh and crispy. Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator and reheat in the oven to maintain crispiness.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe:

  • Easy to make with simple ingredients.
  • Versatile and customizable based on your taste preferences.
  • Crispy on the outside, tender on the inside, bursting with flavors of vegetables and cheese.

Conclusion:

These Homemade Potato and Vegetable Fritters are a fantastic way to enjoy the goodness of vegetables in a delicious and crispy form. Whether you’re serving them as an appetizer at a gathering or a side dish for a family meal, they are sure to be a hit!