12 Best Fritter Recipes
Fritters are one of the most popular appetizers in our home. These are easy to make and taste great. It is one of the most versatile recipes and that is what I liked about them. These are perfect for picnics and potlucks. We have you covered with the best fritter recipes.
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Easy Fritter Recipes
1. Cheesy Chicken Fritters
It is one of the best chicken breast recipes. These chicken patties are juicy and tender on the inside and crispy on the outside. I love to serve this with garlic aioli sauce. This sauce goes well with burgers and sandwiches too.
Once you make this recipe, you will be making it again and again as it will be loved by all. It is one of the best appetizers for parties and the best thing is you can also use it in the sandwich, even as a side dish it’s satisfying.
Once you are done with mixing you can make them right away but to get the best taste keep the mixture overnight in the fridge and then make, it will turn out so much better.
For this recipe you can either use diced chicken, ground chicken or even pre cooked chicken. You can either serve them warm or cold. The tools needed are non-stick pan, knife, plastic wrap, and mixing bowls.
The recipe takes almost half an hour to make which includes 10 minutes of prep time and 20 minutes of cooking time.
For the recipe, the ingredients needed are chicken breasts, dill, all-purpose flour, mayonnaise, salt, eggs, and black pepper. To make the aioli dip you need a mix of lemon juice, mayonnaise, garlic, black pepper, and salt.
2. Jamaican Banana Fritters
These flavorful fritters taste best with ripe bananas. Make sure you mash the bananas until they become watery as this will make a difference.
Also when you make the batter make sure it’s neither too thick or thin. This recipe is perfect for breakfast though I serve it as an appetizer too. For doneness see if it’s golden brown and you are done.
This is an easy and quick Caribbean cuisine. It takes only 15 minutes to make which includes 5 minutes of prep time and 10 minutes of cooking. For the recipe, you need a fork, mixing bowl, skillet, and a spoon.
These fritters will not be fluffy but will be moist and thin.
The ingredients needed are ripe bananas, all-purpose flour, vanilla extract, nutmeg, salt and all-purpose flour.
3. Zucchini Fritters
If you love zucchini then you are going to make it over and over as it’s so delicious. These crispy fritters are easy to make and disappear quickly. I grow zucchini in my garden as I use it quite often in different recipes.
Zucchini always tastes good whether fry them or bake them or even when you use it in veggies. Once zucchini is ripe I am ready for a new recipe. Kids also love the taste of zucchini.
I love to serve these fritters in the breakfast and sometimes as an appetizer on a game day. You don’t need anything extra just pantry staples. To get the best out of this recipe, use medium zucchini.
I have once tried making it in the oven but it was not up to the mark so don’t try it, skillet works best.
You can either use sea salt or table salt, green onions work the best in this recipe. For best results and to make the fritters crispy drain out the liquid completely. The equipment needed are skillet, food processor, grator, and cheesecloth.
It takes almost 40 minutes to make which includes 15 minutes of prep time and 25 minutes of cooking time.
The ingredients include all-purpose flour, zucchini, eggs, black pepper, salt and green onions.Once it’s golden brown the fritters will come out crispy. It is best served with sour cream or marinara sauce.
No wonder it’s one of the most popular fritter recipes. You can keep the leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and it will be good for up to 5 days, you can also freeze them for 3 months.
4. Apple Fritters
Apple fritters are one of my favorite appetizers. These are easy to make and taste awesome. You can either serve them warm as breakfast or even serve them like a dessert with vanilla ice cream.
People wonder if these are donuts or a pastry but it is actually a donut. To get the best result make sure the batter is thick as it will hold well. To avoid sogginess use a big pan and don’t overcrowd it.
The recipe takes half an hour to make which includes 15 minutes of prep time and 15 minutes of cooking. The equipment needed are a Dutch oven, a fork, mixing bowls, ice cream scoops, a paper towel, and a whisk.
For the recipe heat your Dutch oven at 350°F. The ingredients include baking powder, all-purpose flour, milk, Granny Smith apples, eggs, butter, and cinnamon. For the glaze, use a mix of whole milk, salt, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract.
I sprinkle powdered sugar or sometimes dunk them in a donut glaze.
5. Crispy Corn Fritters
It is one of the gorgeous fritters and yes, it’s not deep-fried. To get the best result use fresh corn. I love to serve them for breakfast or as an appetizer but you can serve them for lunch or dinner too.
To make sure the corn turns out crispy use fresh corn as I mentioned before and add Parmesan cheese.
I am not saying frozen or canned corn will ruin the fritter but you need to dry them and drain out the water completely. It takes almost half an hour to make which includes 10 minutes of prep time and 20 minutes of cooking time.
To make the recipe preheat the oven to 250°F.
The ingredients include fresh corn kernels, flour, cornflour, coriander, parmesan cheese, and green onions.
It is best served with sour cream or avocado sauce.
6. Potato Fritters
It is comfort food at its best. The fritters are crispy on the outside and tender on the inside. You can serve them as a breakfast or enjoy them as a snack.
For the recipe, Yukon Gold potatoes are the best option. Cheddar cheese is a must as it gives a nice flavor and makes the fritters enticing. It is also one of the most versatile recipes so you can add herbs or spice it up with pepper flakes.
The tools needed are a non-stick pan, spatula, and food processor. I suggested a non-stick pan as these fritters stick sometimes so it is better to use a non-stick pan.
It takes almost 35 minutes to make which includes 15 minutes of prep time and 20 minutes of cooking time. The ingredients include Yokun Gold potatoes, zucchini, cheddar cheese, baking soda, all-purpose flour, and eggs.
For crispiness remove excess moisture. Flip the fritter once it’s golden brown and once it’s golden brown on both sides you are done.
These fritters are best served with Greek yogurt or applesauce. You can also use them in sandwiches or serve them with salads.
Keep the leftovers in an airtight container and it will be good for up to 3 days, it also freezes well for 3 months. You can serve the leftovers with fried bacon or egg muffins.
You can also make these fritters in an air fryer. Preheat it to 400°F. Air fry the fritters for 8 minutes and then flip over.
7. Vegetable Fritters
These are kid-friendly fritters, perfect for brunch or snack. It is also an easy side dish. It is one of the most versatile recipes. You can add the veggies of your choice. It is healthy and nutritious.
I like it more as it’s baked not fried. As I mentioned before you can use any veggie but ensure to remove excess water to avoid sogginess. I am a big fan of herbs so I like to add them too.
Usually, I use green onion and parsley but I tried red onion once and it turned out good. Egg works as a great binder but if you want to avoid it use flax egg instead. I like to add garlic powder instead of garlic as it is milder.
You can also use frozen vegetables but remove the excess moisture to avoid sogginess.
The recipe takes 35 minutes to make which includes 15 minutes of prep time and 20 minutes of cooking time.
For the recipe, the ingredients include zucchini, chickpea flour, carrots, green onions, pepper, salt and Feta cheese. To make Greek yogurt dip use a mix of Greek yogurt, salt, lemon juice and mint.
To get the Mediterranean flavor I like to add Feta cheese. To make the recipe preheat the oven to 400°F. Once you make the mixture make sure it’s not watery, if it is add flour.
The recipe is best served with hummus, yogurt dip or sweet chili sauce.
If you want the fried version we can use a nonstick skillet or a frying pan. You can also air fry them.
Keep the leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and it will be good for up to 4 days, you can also freeze them for a month.
8. Onion Fritters
It is one of the most flavorful recipes. It is a perfect appetizer for a game day or a movie night. For the recipe use a cast iron or a non-stick pan.
It takes half an hour to make which includes 15 minutes of prep time and 15 minutes of cooking time. The ingredients include onions, flour, carrot, paprika, Parmesan cheese, eggs, and parsley.
Put the fritters in the pan fry them until they are golden brown and then flip them over. To remove the excess oil from the fritters keep them in a paper towel and it will soak all the excess oil.
These taste best with yogurt or sour cream. If you want to bake them instead preheat the oven to 425°F and then bake the fritters for 14-15 minutes.
Keep the leftovers in a container with a lid in the fridge and it will be good for up to 3 days.
9. Greek Tomato Fritters
It is one of the most popular recipes in Santorini which is a Greek island. It tastes best when deep-fried though I have tried baking them but handsdownn the depp-fried version is better.
The recipe takes almost 35 minutes to make which includes 15 minutes of prep time and 20 minutes of cooking time. The ingredients include sweet tomatoes, sugar, basil, baking soda, gluten-free flour, and salt.
You can either use cheery or plum tomatoes. To get the best result mix the ingredients in a bowl and keep them overnight in the fridge.
The batter should be similar to pancake batter and then cook it in the skillet. You can use a frying pan too. Fry it on one side for 2-3 minutes till it’s crispy and flip it over.
Once done put the fritters in a paper towel as it will soak up the excess oil and then it’s ready to be served.
I like to serve them with sour cream or Greek yogurt.
If you want to bake them you can preheat the oven to 390°F, though it’s healthy, you will have to compromise on taste.
10. Fried Honey Fritters
I usually make these fritters on Christmas but you can make them any day. For this recipe, I prefer a Dutch oven. You can also use a heavy pot. The recipe is also called Guatamela Bunuelos.
It can be a perfect make-ahead recipe and you can store them in an airtight container at room temperature.
To make it preheat the oven to 375°F. To regulate the temperature use a candy thermometer. The ingredients include all-purpose flour, salt, honey, baking powder, butter and eggs.
Bake it till it’s golden brown and then flip it. Put it in the paper towel to drain out excess oil. Once done drizzle it with honey and serve warm.
11. Shrimp Fritters
These fritters are delicious, crispy on the outside, tender, and juicy inside. I like the rich and savory flavor of this recipe.
It is one of the best appetizers for a cocktail party, certainly a crowd-pleaser. It is best served warm and fresh. You can also serve them on a game day or a movie night.
The dough is thick so it’s a little difficult to stir but you can manage it. It can also be a make-ahead recipe. Keep the dough in the plastic wrap, keep it in the fridge, chill it, and take it out when you want to make them.
The ingredients include raw tiger shrimp, eggs, all-purpose flour, eggs, green onions and butter. You need a stand mixer.
To make it heat the pan at 350°F and put the fritters, flip it over once it’s fried. Ensure the pan is not overcrowded as they will stick together and also you will have a hard time flipping them over.
Serve it with a spicy honey drizzle.
If you want to use less oil pan fry it instead of deep fry.
12. Crispy Vegetable Fritter
It requires 20 minutes of prep time and 5 minutes of cooking time.
The ingredients include zucchini, carrots, eggs, all-purpose flour and scallions.
11 Easy Fritter Recipes
These fritter recipes are crispy on the outside and juicy and tender inside, a perfect appetizer for picnics and potlucks.
Ingredients
- Cheesy Chicken Fritters
- Jamaican Banana Fritters
- Zucchini Fritters
- Apple Fritters
- Crispy Corn Fritters
- Potato Fritters
- Vegetable Fritters
- Onion Fritters
- Greek Tomato Fritters
- Fried Honey Fritters
- Shrimp Fritters
Instructions
- Choose the recipe of your choice
- Gather all the ingredients
- Follow step by step instructions and make the recipe