Slovakian Roasted Cucumber Fritters
Crispy fritters filled with roasted cucumber and perfect for a light summer meal. This dish is a unique Slovakian twist on traditional fritters.
Ingredients
- ●1 medium Cucumberseeded and sliced
- ●2 tablespoons Olive oilfor roasting
- ●1 cup All-purpose flourfor coating
- ●1/2 cup Breadcrumbsfor coating
- ●1 Eggbeaten
- ●1/4 teaspoon Garlic powderto taste
- ●1/4 teaspoon Saltto taste
- ●chopped Fresh parsleyfor garnish
Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- 2
Place the sliced cucumber on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, drizzle with olive oil, and roast for 20-25 minutes or until tender.
- 3
In a shallow dish, mix together flour, breadcrumbs, egg, garlic powder, and salt.
- 4
Once the cucumber is done, let it cool slightly, then chop it into small pieces.
- 5
Add the chopped cucumber to the flour mixture and stir to combine.
- 6
Using your hands, shape the mixture into small patties.
- 7
Heat about 1/2 inch (1 cm) of oil in a non-stick pan over medium-high heat.
- 8
When the oil is hot, add a few patties to the pan (do not overcrowd).
- 9
Fry for 2-3 minutes on each side or until golden brown.
- 10
Using a slotted spoon, transfer the fritters to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
- 11
Serve the fritters hot, garnished with chopped fresh parsley.