Kumara Fritters – Frituras De Yautia

These Kumara Fritters offer a delightful twist on traditional fried snacks, combining the earthy sweetness of kumara (sweet potato) with the aromatic warmth of nutmeg. The batter is light and airy thanks to cornflour and baking powder, resulting in a fritter that is crispy on the outside and tender on the inside. Perfect as a vegetarian side dish for festive gatherings or a comforting snack on a chilly evening, these fritters pair beautifully with spicy dips or chutneys. They are easy to prepare using pantry staples and can be served hot for the best texture. A crowd-pleaser that balances sweet and savory notes perfectly.

Cooking Method: Baking, Frying, Steaming

Cuisine: Mediterranean

Courses: Side Dishes

Difficulty: Intermediate

Servings: 16

Calories: 1121.2

Dietary: Vegetarian

Description

These Kumara Fritters offer a delightful twist on traditional fried snacks, combining the earthy sweetness of kumara (sweet potato) with the aromatic warmth of nutmeg. The batter is light and airy thanks to cornflour and baking powder, resulting in a fritter that is crispy on the outside and tender on the inside. Perfect as a vegetarian side dish for festive gatherings or a comforting snack on a chilly evening, these fritters pair beautifully with spicy dips or chutneys. They are easy to prepare using pantry staples and can be served hot for the best texture. A crowd-pleaser that balances sweet and savory notes perfectly.

Ingredients

1 kilogram Kumara
2 tablespoon Cornflour
2 teaspoon Baking powder
2 Eggs
100 milliliter Milk
1 teaspoon Salt
1/2 teaspoon Nutmeg

Directions

1
Preheat oven to 200&# 194;Â°C (400ÃÂ°F). Pierce kumara skins with a fork and bake until tender, about 45-60 minutes, or steam until fork-tender.
2
Allow kumara to cool slightly, then peel and mash thoroughly until smooth.
3
If steaming, ensure kumara is well-dried before mashing; add an extra tablespoon of cornflour if the mixture is too wet.
4
Sift cornflour and baking powder into the mashed kumara and mix well to combine.
5
Beat eggs in a small bowl, then add them along with milk, salt, and nutmeg to the kumara mixture.
6
Stir vigorously until a smooth, thick batter forms.
7
Heat olive oil in a large frying pan over medium heat.
8
Drop heaped tablespoonfuls of the mixture into the hot oil, flattening slightly if desired.
9
Fry fritters until golden brown on both sides, turning once, about 2-3 minutes per side.
10
Transfer cooked fritters to a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil. Serve hot.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 16

Amount Per Serving
Calories 1121.2kcal

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 28.1g44%
Saturated Fat 18.4g92%
Cholesterol 143.2mg48%
Sodium 6256.3mg261%
Total Carbohydrate 132.0g44%
Dietary Fiber 0.3g2%
Sugars 125.3g
Protein 89.0g178%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: kumara, fritters, sweet potato, yautia, frituras, vegetarian, side dish, nutmeg, cornflour, frying, baking, steaming, mediterranean, snack, crispy, golden, comfort food, party food

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