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Classic Spanish Potato Fritters

Crispy Classic Spanish Potato Fritters for Irresistible Flavor

Experience the irresistible flavor of Classic Spanish Potato Fritters, crispy on the outside and soft inside, perfect as an appetizer.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 fritters
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Spanish
Calories: 83

Ingredients
  

For the Fritters
  • 4 medium Yukon Gold Potatoes or new/red potatoes
  • 1 leaf Bay Leaf for flavor
  • 2 large Eggs acts as a binder
  • 1/2 cup Milk use plant-based for dairy-free
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour gluten-free flour can be used
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Powder for leavening
  • 2 cloves Garlic freshly grated
  • 1/4 cup Chopped Parsley for freshness
  • 1 teaspoon Sea Salt
For the Spicy Aioli
  • 1/2 cup Low-Fat Mayonnaise
  • 1 teaspoon Hot Smoked Spanish Paprika for smoky flavor
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice or vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon Extra Virgin Olive Oil for richness
  • to taste Black Pepper adjust as needed

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Colander
  • Mixing bowl
  • potato masher
  • Frying pan
  • slotted spoon
  • Large spoon or scoop

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Boil the Yukon Gold potatoes in salted water with a bay leaf for 15-20 minutes until tender. Drain and discard the bay leaf.
  2. Mash the cooked potatoes in a large mixing bowl until smooth and creamy.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk the eggs and combine with the mashed potatoes. Gradually mix in milk, flour, baking powder, garlic, and parsley until a semi-thick batter forms.
  4. Heat extra virgin olive oil in a frying pan over medium heat until a drop of batter sizzles.
  5. Scoop portions of the batter into the hot oil and fry for about 5 minutes per side until golden brown.
  6. Remove fritters with a slotted spoon and place on paper towels to drain excess oil.
  7. Combine mayonnaise, garlic, paprika, lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper in a bowl to make aioli.
  8. Serve the fritters warm with spicy aioli and garnish with parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1fritterCalories: 83kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 2gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2.5gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 220mgFiber: 1gVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 4mg

Notes

Maintain proper oil temperature for crispy fritters; avoid overcrowding the pan while frying.

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