Sure! Here’s a delicious recipe for crispy potato fritters served with a flavorful herb yogurt dip.
Crispy Potato Fritters
Ingredients
For the Fritters:
- 2 large potatoes (about 1 lb), grated
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp paprika (optional)
- Oil for frying (vegetable or olive oil)
For the Herb Yogurt Dip:
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1/4 cup fresh herbs (such as parsley, dill, or cilantro), chopped
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
1. Prepare the Fritters:
- Place the grated potatoes in a clean kitchen towel and squeeze out excess moisture.
- In a large bowl, combine the grated potatoes, chopped onion, minced garlic, flour, egg, baking powder, salt, black pepper, and paprika (if using). Mix until well combined.
2. Fry the Fritters:
- Heat a few tablespoons of oil in a non-stick skillet over medium heat.
- Once the oil is hot, drop spoonfuls of the potato mixture into the skillet, flattening them slightly with the back of the spoon.
- Fry for about 4-5 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and crispy. Remove and drain on paper towels. Repeat with remaining mixture, adding more oil as needed.
3. Make the Herb Yogurt Dip:
- In a bowl, mix together the Greek yogurt, chopped herbs, minced garlic, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Adjust seasoning to taste.
4. Serve:
- Serve the crispy potato fritters warm with the herb yogurt dip on the side.
Enjoy your homemade crispy potato fritters! They make a great appetizer or snack.
