Fritters
Nela’s Indian Vegetable Fritters
Ingredients
1 cup Nela’s Fritter Mix (Indian)
2 Tbsp Ground Chia Seeds (Optional)
1 Tbsp Sesame Seeds (Optional)
1 Tbsp Crushed Garlic
Chilli (optional)
Additional Salt to taste (approx. ¼ tsp)
2 1/4 Cups Finely Chopped Filling*
2 Tablespoons Oil
½ to ¾ Cup Water (approx., water is dependent on the moisture of the vegetables added)
Method
In a large bowl add Nela’s Fritter Mix, 2 1/4 cups of any combination fillings*, chia and sesame seeds, garlic/chilli and oil.
Add enough Water to make a thick but loose batter. Taste mixture add salt if necessary.
In a non-stick pan add oil to lightly coat the pan. Heat gently.
Add spoonfuls of mixture and flatten the fritter with the back of the spoon forming a flat disc shape, cook both sides until golden brown.
*Fillings suggestions: Basically, any combination of vegetables to equal 2 1/4 cups.
- Cream style corn with crumbed Tofu/ crumbled Feta or grated Cheese.
- Finely chopped Cabbage/ Spinach & Onion. Grated Carrot, Beetroot,
- Winter melon, Courgettes, precooked Chickpeas & Lentils etc
Meal options - Serve as a breakfast meal or an appetiser complimented with a chutney and raita. Serve with rice or inside a wrap complimented with salad, chutney and raita.
Nela’s Favourite Indian Fritters
Ingredients
1 Cup Nela’s Fritter Mix (Indian)
2 Tbsp Ground Chia Seeds (Optional)
1 Tbsp Sesame Seeds (Optional)
1 Tbsp Crushed Garlic
Chilli (optional)
Additional Salt to taste (approx. ¼ tsp) - only if needed
1 Cup Finely Chopped Cabbage with some Spinach, 1/4 Cup Cream Style Corn,
1/4 Cups Crumbled Feta or Tofu or Grated Cheese
2 Tbsp Oil
½ to ¾ Cup Water (approx., water is dependent on the moisture of the vegetables added)
Method
In a large bowl add all ingredients except water.
Slowly add enough Water to make a thick but loose batter. Taste mixture add salt if necessary.
In a non-stick pan add oil to lightly coat the pan. Heat gently.
Add spoonfuls of mixture and flatten the fritter with the back of the spoon forming a flat disc shape, cook both sides until golden brown.
Meal options - Serve as a breakfast meal or an appetiser complimented with a chutney and raita.
For lunch or dinner serve with rice or inside a wrap complimented with salad, chutney and raita
This mixture will last in the fridge for 3-4 days. Serves 2-3 adults.
Enjoy!
Nela’s Sweet Pancakes
Ingredients
1 cup Nela’s Fritter Mix (Plain)
1 cup Milk
1 ½Tbsp Caster Sugar or Coconut Sugar or Date Paste
3 tablespoons melted butter (50g)
1 tsp Vanilla paste
1 Egg
¼ tsp Baking Soda
Method
In a large bowl add all dry ingredients, mix well. Melt butter and allow to cool.
Add all other ingredients to bowl and whisk just enough to reach a smooth batter consistency.
Place a non-stick pan on medium heat add a large spoonful of mixture and spread to cover pan.
Once air bubbles appear turn over and cook the other side for a couple of minutes until golden brown.
Serve Pancakes hot with sliced bananas, Maple syrup, a dash of lemon juice, with a sprinkle of ground Cinnamon,
Makes approximately 5