We love snacks here, and we bet you do too! Today we’re making a fabulous recipe that everyone will adore if you try it. Cassava Fritters are our pick for this afternoon—let’s get started!
Ingredients for Cassava Fritters:
Fritter dough:
- 1.5 lbs (700g) cooked cassava (mashed);
- 1/4 cup (50g) butter;
- 2 tablespoons grated onion;
- 1 teaspoon minced garlic;
- 1/2 cup (70g) all-purpose flour;
- 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper;
- 2 teaspoons salt;
- 1 cup (240ml) water;
- 1.3 lbs (600g) cassava root;
- 1 cup (30g) grated Parmesan cheese;
- Water, cornstarch, and breadcrumbs for coating.
How to Make Cassava Fritters:
- Take the cooked cassava (must be very soft), remove any fibers, and mash it;
- In a pan, melt the butter with grated onion and minced garlic;
- Add the all-purpose flour and mix well;
- Now add the black pepper and salt;
- Then pour in the water and bring to a boil;
- Stir continuously while boiling;
- Add the mashed cassava and combine;
- Next, add the grated Parmesan and cook over medium heat for about 5 minutes;
- Let it cool;
- Spread the mixture on a surface until cool enough to shape the fritters;
- You can fill them with your preferred stuffing;
- Divide the dough into small pieces;
- Flatten each piece in your palm and add your filling;
- Seal the edges and shape as desired;
- To coat, mix 1/2 cup water with 1 tablespoon cornstarch;
- Heat the mixture in the microwave for 30 seconds twice until translucent;
- Let it cool, then dip the fritters into the mixture;
- Then coat with breadcrumbs and fry in hot oil (350°F/180°C) carefully;
- Once golden, drain on paper towels and enjoy!
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