Vegetable Fritters with Smoked Paprika Sauce

These vegetable fritters, featuring zucchini, potatoes, and Suluguni cheese, are a delicious and easy-to-make dish perfect for any meal. The smoked paprika sauce adds a delightful smoky flavor, making this a dish that everyone will love.

Preparation Time

  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Rest Time: 35 minutes (15 minutes for salting, 20 minutes for semolina to swell)
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes

Ingredients

For the Fritters:

  • 1 zucchini
  • 2 potatoes
  • 1 carrot
  • 100g Suluguni cheese, grated
  • Spring onion, chopped
  • 2 eggs
  • Salt, to taste
  • Black pepper, to taste
  • 1 clove of garlic, minced
  • 2 tbsp semolina
  • Vegetable oil, for frying

For the Sauce:

  • 2 tbsp sour cream
  • 2 tbsp mayonnaise
  • 2 tsp smoked paprika powder
  • 2 tsp dried garlic

Directions

Prepare the Vegetables:

  1. Grate Zucchini:
    • Grate the zucchini and place it in a bowl. Sprinkle with salt and let it sit for 15 minutes to draw out the moisture.
  2. Grate Potatoes and Carrot:
    • Grate the potatoes and carrot. Set aside.

Mix Ingredients:

  1. Combine Ingredients:
    • After 15 minutes, squeeze out the excess moisture from the zucchini and add it to a large mixing bowl.
    • Add the grated potatoes, carrot, Suluguni cheese, spring onion, eggs, salt, black pepper, minced garlic, and semolina. Mix well.
  2. Rest Mixture:
    • Let the mixture rest for 20 minutes to allow the semolina to swell.

Cook the Fritters:

  1. Heat Oil:
  2. Shape and Fry:
    • Shape the mixture into patties and fry them for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown.
  3. Bake:
    • Once fried, place the fritters on a baking sheet and bake in the oven at 180°C (350°F) for 20 minutes.

Prepare the Sauce:

  1. Mix Sauce:
    • In a small bowl, combine the sour cream, mayonnaise, smoked paprika powder, and dried garlic. Mix well.

Serving Suggestions

  • Serve the fritters hot, accompanied by the smoked paprika sauce.
  • Garnish with additional chopped spring onions or fresh herbs if desired.

Cooking Tips

  • Ensure to squeeze out as much moisture as possible from the zucchini to avoid soggy fritters.
  • You can substitute Suluguni cheese with another semi-hard cheese if desired.

Nutritional Benefits

  • Vegetables: These fritters are packed with vegetables, providing vitamins and minerals.
  • Suluguni Cheese: Adds a good source of protein and calcium.

Dietary Information

  • Contains: Dairy and gluten.

Storage Tips

  • Store any leftover fritters in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven or on a stovetop to maintain crispiness.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

  • Texture: These fritters are crispy on the outside and tender on the inside.
  • Flavor: Rich flavor from the Suluguni cheese and a delightful smokiness from the paprika sauce.

Conclusion

Enjoy these vegetable fritters as a tasty side dish or a light meal. The combination of fresh vegetables and flavorful sauce will make them a favorite at your table.