Description
Crazy delicious Parmesan pumpkin fritters – crispy, cheesy, and perfect for a quick snack or appetizer. Serve with Thai sweet chili sauce for a flavorful punch.
Ingredients
- Oil, for frying
- 1 1/4 cups pumpkin, shredded
- 4 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 1 large egg
- 2 tbsp milk
- 1/4 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 3 dashes ground black pepper
- Thai sweet chili sauce, for serving
Instructions
- Heat oil in a large frying pan over medium-high heat.
- In a bowl, mix pumpkin, flour, egg, milk, Parmesan, baking powder, salt, and pepper until just combined; mixture should not be watery.
- Scoop mixture with a spoon and gently place in hot oil. Fry in batches until golden brown and cooked through.
- Remove fritters with a strainer and drain on paper towels. Serve hot with Thai sweet chili sauce.
Notes
- Use kabocha or Japanese pumpkin for a sweeter taste.
- Do not overmix the batter to keep fritters light and fluffy.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: International