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Dominica Ground Provision Fritters
Savory fritters made from a medley of grated ground provisions like yams, dasheen, and sweet potatoes, seasoned and fried to a golden crisp. A popular snack or side dish.
🧂 Ingrédients
- 1 cup Yam(grated)
- 1 cup Dasheen (Taro)(grated)
- 1/2 cup Sweet Potato(grated)
- 1/4 cup Onion(finely chopped)
- 2 cloves Garlic(minced)
- 1/2 tsp Scotch Bonnet Pepper(finely minced (optional, adjust to taste))
- 1 tbsp Fresh Thyme(chopped)
- 1/4 cup All-purpose flour
- 1 tsp Salt
- 1/2 tsp Black pepper
- for frying Vegetable oil
👨🍳 Instructions
- 1
In a large bowl, combine the grated yam, dasheen, and sweet potato. Squeeze out any excess moisture from the grated provisions.
💡 Conseils de pro: This helps in achieving a crispier fritter. - 2
Add the chopped onion, minced garlic, minced scotch bonnet pepper (if using), chopped thyme, flour, salt, and black pepper to the bowl. Mix well until all ingredients are evenly distributed.
- 3
Heat about 1-2 inches of vegetable oil in a deep skillet or pot over medium-high heat until shimmering.
💡 Conseils de pro: A temperature of around 350°F (175°C) is ideal. - 4
Carefully drop spoonfuls of the provision mixture into the hot oil, being careful not to overcrowd the pan. Fry in batches.
💡 Conseils de pro: Use about 1-2 tablespoons of mixture per fritter. - 5
Fry for 3-4 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through. Use a slotted spoon to remove the fritters from the oil and drain on paper towels.
- 6
Serve hot as a snack or side dish.
💡 Conseils de pro
- ✓Ensure the ground provisions are grated finely for even cooking.
- ✓Adjust the amount of scotch bonnet pepper to your spice preference.
- ✓Do not overcrowd the frying pan to maintain oil temperature and ensure even crisping.
✨ Idées de variations
Inspiration pour votre propre version de cette recette
- Add shredded saltfish to the mixture for a saltier flavor.
- Incorporate chopped fresh parsley or chives for added freshness.
- Serve with a dipping sauce like a spicy ketchup or a garlic aioli.