Description
Indulge in the warmth of autumn with these Parmesan Pumpkin Fritters. Crispy on the outside and cheesy on the inside, these delightful bites are perfect for gatherings or cozy nights at home. With a blend of savory cheese and sweet pumpkin, they not only taste amazing but also look stunning on any appetizer table. Serve them warm with your favorite dipping sauce and watch them disappear!
Ingredients
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- 1 cup pumpkin puree (fresh preferred)
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp olive oil (for sautéing)
- Oil for frying (high smoke point)
Instructions
- 1. Prep Ingredients: Gather all ingredients to streamline cooking.
- 2. Sauté Onions: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat, add chopped onions, and sauté until translucent.
- 3. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- 4. Combine Wet and Dry: Stir in pumpkin puree and eggs until just combined; avoid overmixing.
- 5. Add Cheese: Gently fold grated Parmesan into the mixture until evenly distributed.
- 6. Fry Fritters: Heat oil in a deep skillet over medium-high heat. Drop spoonfuls of batter into hot oil and fry until golden brown on both sides.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 fritters (60g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 70mg