Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 egg
- 1/2 cup grated Tolminc cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped green olives
- Vegetable oil for frying
Special equipment needed:
- Large mixing bowl
- Whisk
- Skillet or deep fryer
- Slotted spoon
- Paper towels
Step-by-step instructions:
1. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, and black pepper.
2. In a separate bowl, beat the egg and milk together.
3. Add the egg mixture to the dry ingredients and stir until well combined.
4. Fold in the grated Tolminc cheese and chopped green olives.
5. Heat vegetable oil in a skillet or deep fryer to 350°F.
6. Using a small cookie scoop or spoon, drop spoonfuls of the batter into the hot oil.
7. Fry the fritters for 2-3 minutes or until golden brown, flipping once.
8. Remove the fritters from the oil with a slotted spoon and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
9. Repeat until all the batter is used up.
10. Serve the fritters hot.
Time:
Preparation time: 10 minutes
Cooking time: 15 minutes
Temperature:
Oil temperature: 350°F
Serving size:
This recipe makes approximately 20 fritters.
Nutritional information:
Calories per serving: 70
Fat: 3g
Carbohydrates: 8g
Protein: 3g
Sodium: 170mg
Substitutions for ingredients:
- Tolminc cheese can be substituted with any hard, aged cheese such as Parmesan or Asiago.
- Green olives can be substituted with black olives or capers.
Variations:
- Add chopped fresh herbs such as parsley or basil to the batter for extra flavor.
- Serve the fritters with a dipping sauce such as marinara or aioli.
Tips and tricks:
- Make sure the oil is hot enough before frying the fritters to ensure they cook evenly and don't absorb too much oil.
- Use a cookie scoop or spoon to ensure the fritters are all the same size and cook evenly.
- Don't overcrowd the skillet or deep fryer when frying the fritters.
Storage instructions:
Store any leftover fritters in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Reheating instructions:
Reheat the fritters in a preheated oven at 350°F for 5-7 minutes or until heated through.
Presentation ideas:
Serve the fritters on a platter with a sprinkle of chopped fresh herbs and a side of dipping sauce.
Garnishes:
Garnish the fritters with a sprinkle of chopped fresh herbs such as parsley or basil.
Pairings:
Pair the fritters with a crisp white wine such as Sauvignon Blanc or Pinot Grigio.
Suggested side dishes:
Serve the fritters with a side salad or roasted vegetables.
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the fritters are not holding together, add a little more flour to the batter.
- If the fritters are too greasy, make sure the oil is at the correct temperature and drain them well on paper towels.
Food safety advice:
Make sure the oil is hot enough before frying the fritters to ensure they are cooked through and safe to eat.
Food history:
Tolminc cheese is a hard, aged cheese from Slovenia that has been produced for over 1000 years.
Flavor profiles:
The fritters have a savory, cheesy flavor with a hint of saltiness from the olives.
Serving suggestions:
Serve the fritters as an appetizer or snack.
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Region: Slovenian