Breadfruit Fritters with Curry Dip
Crispy, golden-brown fritters made from grated breadfruit, seasoned with local spices, and served with a creamy, aromatic curry dipping sauce.
🧂 Ingredients
- 1 medium Breadfruit(peeled, cored, and grated)
- 0.5 cup All-purpose flour
- 1 large Egg
- 0.5 small Onion(finely chopped)
- 2 cloves Garlic(minced)
- 1 tsp Curry powder
- 0.5 tsp Turmeric powder
- 1 tsp Salt(or to taste)
- 0.5 tsp Black pepper(freshly ground)
- 2 cups Vegetable oil(for frying)
- 1 cup Coconut milk(for the dip)
- 5 sprigs Curry leaves(for the dip)
- 0.5 inch piece Ginger(grated, for the dip)
- 1 small Green chili(chopped, for the dip (optional))
👨🍳 Instructions
- 1
In a large bowl, combine the grated breadfruit, flour, egg, chopped onion, minced garlic, curry powder, turmeric, salt, and pepper. Mix well to form a thick batter.
- 2
Heat vegetable oil in a deep pan or pot over medium-high heat for frying.
- 3
Once the oil is hot, carefully drop spoonfuls of the breadfruit batter into the hot oil. Do not overcrowd the pan.
- 4
Fry the fritters for 3-4 minutes on each side, until golden brown and cooked through. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.
- 5
For the curry dip: In a small saucepan, heat a tablespoon of oil. Add curry leaves and sauté for a minute until fragrant. Add grated ginger and chopped green chili (if using) and cook for another minute.
- 6
Pour in the coconut milk and bring to a gentle simmer. Cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce has thickened slightly. Season with salt to taste.
- 7
Serve the hot breadfruit fritters with the warm curry dip.
💡 Pro Tips
- ✓Ensure the breadfruit is grated finely for even cooking.
- ✓If the batter seems too wet, add a little more flour.
- ✓The curry dip can be made ahead of time and reheated.
✨ Twist Ideas
Inspiration for your own version of this recipe
- Add chopped fresh herbs like chives or parsley to the fritter batter.
- For a spicier dip, add more chili or a pinch of cayenne pepper.