Description
These Tomato Fritters are a delightful treat packed with flavors, perfect for any occasion. They offer a crispy exterior and a tender, flavorful interior, making them a versatile addition to any meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup Mayonnaise
- 2 medium Roma tomatoes, finely chopped
- 1 cup Diced Roma tomatoes
- 1 cup All-purpose flour
- 1 tbsp Baking powder
- 1 tsp Kosher salt
- 1 tsp Black pepper
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 cup Whole milk
- 2 large Eggs
- 1 cup Chopped green onions
- 1 medium Jalapeño pepper, diced
- 1 medium Red onion, diced
- 1 cup Mild cheddar cheese, shredded
- 2 cups Vegetable oil
- Salt, to taste
Instructions
- In a small bowl, combine mayonnaise and chopped Roma tomato to create a delicious dipping sauce.
- In a large bowl, mix together the diced Roma tomatoes, all-purpose flour, baking powder, kosher salt, black pepper, and minced garlic.
- Pour in the whole milk and crack in the large eggs. Then, fold in the chopped green onions, jalapeño pepper, red onion, and cheddar cheese. Stir gently until everything is well combined into a thick batter.
- In a frying pan, heat vegetable oil over medium heat until it shimmers. This ensures that the tomato fritters will fry beautifully and develop that perfect crispy texture.
- Using a spoon, drop generous spoonfuls of the batter into the hot oil. Fry each tomato fritter for about 3-4 minutes per side, or until they are golden brown and cooked through.
- Once cooked, carefully remove the tomato fritters from the oil and place them on a paper towel-lined plate. This will help absorb any excess oil, ensuring they stay crispy.
- Finally, season the tomato fritters with salt to taste and serve them hot with the dipping sauce. Enjoy the vibrant flavors and crispy texture of these homemade tomato fritters!
Notes
- Choose ripe Roma tomatoes for optimal flavor; overripe tomatoes can turn soggy in the fritters.
- Stir the batter gently; over-mixing can lead to tough fritters. Look for a thick, cohesive consistency for your tomato patties.
- Ensure the oil is hot enough before frying—test with a small bit of batter; it should sizzle immediately for crispy tomato fritters.
- Avoid overcrowding the pan, which can lower the oil temperature and result in soggy fried tomato cakes. Fry in batches.
- These tomato fritters taste best fresh from the fry pan. If needed, keep them warm in a low oven until serving.
- Garnish with fresh herbs for an added touch of flavor and color to your savory tomato pancakes.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Snacks
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fritter
- Calories: 150 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 200 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: N/A
- Trans Fat: N/A
- Carbohydrates: 10 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg