These crispy and golden potato fritters are a delicious snack or side dish, perfect for any occasion. Made with grated potatoes, onions, and a blend of seasonings, they’re lightly fried to perfection. The simplicity of ingredients makes it easy to prepare while offering comforting flavors that will satisfy any craving.
Ingredients:
- 2 large potatoes, peeled and grated
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 1 egg, beaten
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/4 teaspoon paprika (optional)
- Vegetable oil for frying
Instructions:
- Grate the potatoes and place them in a clean kitchen towel. Squeeze out excess moisture.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the grated potatoes, chopped onion, and beaten egg.
- Add flour, baking powder, salt, pepper, and paprika (if using). Mix everything together until well combined.
- Heat vegetable oil in a large frying pan over medium heat.
- Drop spoonfuls of the mixture into the hot oil and flatten them slightly to form fritters.
- Fry until golden brown on both sides, about 3-4 minutes per side.
- Remove the fritters from the oil and place them on paper towels to drain excess oil.
- Serve hot with your favorite dipping sauce.
Calories:
Approximately 150-200 calories per fritter (depends on size and amount of oil absorbed).
Healthy or Non-Healthy:
Non-Healthy (fried food with moderate calorie content and oil). You can make this recipe slightly healthier by baking the fritters or using less oil.