Lamb Mince and Sweetcorn Fritters
These delightful lamb mince and sweetcorn fritters draw inspiration from modern fusion cuisine, combining the hearty flavors of lamb with the sweet pop of fresh sweetcorn. Perfect as an appetizer or a main course, they bring a unique twist to traditional fritters.
Ingredients
Fritter Mixture
250 grams ground lamb (minced lamb) - preferably organic- 1 cup sweetcorn kernels - fresh or frozen, thawed
2 tablespoons all purpose flour (plain flour Australia and UK)
2 tablespoons cornmeal - for extra crunch
2 pieces eggs - lightly beaten
1 teaspoon baking powder
2 cloves garlic - minced
1 teaspoon cumin
½ teaspoon salt - or to taste
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper - freshly ground
1 tablespoon mint - fresh, chopped
Cooking
3 tablespoons olive oil - for frying
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine lamb mince, sweetcorn, flour, cornmeal, and eggs. Mix until just combined.
- Add baking powder, minced garlic, cumin, salt, pepper, and chopped mint to the mixture. Stir until all ingredients are well incorporated.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat (about 180°C / 350°F).
- Scoop a heaping tablespoon of the mixture and shape into a small patty. Place into the hot skillet, flatten slightly with the back of the spoon.
- Cook each side for about 3-4 minutes, until golden brown and cooked through. Remove from skillet and drain on paper towels.
- Keep cooked fritters warm while repeating with the remaining mixture.
Notes
For a delightful twist, add a pinch of smoked paprika to the mixture. Feel free to substitute lamb with beef or chicken mince if preferred, or use chickpea flour for a gluten-free option.
Nutrition
Calories: 346kcalCarbohydrates: 16gProtein: 13gFat: 26gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 14gTrans Fat: 0.003gCholesterol: 47mgSodium: 539mgPotassium: 281mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 152IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 104mgIron: 2mg
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