Tomato fritters
Made with Pelati
Peeled Tomatoes are generously fleshy and firm. They have their skins removed and are then immersed in a delicious, velvety passata.
30 min (COOK TIME: 15 min / PASSIVE TIME: 15 min)
Easy
Ingredients
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800
g
Pelati (Peeled tomatoes)
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e
eggs
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1
spoon
milk
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160
g
breadcrumbs
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100
g
flour
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Sea salt flakes (Maldon)
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peanut oil for deep frying
Tomato Fritters
Tomato fritters are a brilliant way to transform everyday pantry ingredients into an irresistible side dish. This recipe is perfect for anyone looking for a simple and quick dish that can be made with items you often already have on hand. Tomato fritters provide a delicious and original alternative to traditional side dishes.
A Crispy Tenderness
The key to this dish’s success lies in the contrast between the crispiness of the breading and the tender texture of Mutti Pelati. To achieve fritters with a golden, perfectly crispy crust, it’s essential to ensure the oil is hot enough before frying. This guarantees a crunchy exterior that encloses the softness and delicate flavor of the pelati, creating a unique contrast in textures.
Side Dish or Showstopper?
When paired with a selection of sauces and creative condiments, perfect for tantalizing your guests’ palates, tomato fritters can be reinvented as finger food for appetizers or parties. A practical and innovative recipe that adds a touch of elegance to any occasion, transforming a simple side dish into a flavorful highlight for the table.
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Tomato Fritters
Tomato fritters are a brilliant way to transform everyday pantry ingredients into an irresistible side dish. This recipe is perfect for anyone looking for a simple and quick dish that can be made with items you often already have on hand. Tomato fritters provide a delicious and original alternative to traditional side dishes.
A Crispy Tenderness
The key to this dish’s success lies in the contrast between the crispiness of the breading and the tender texture of Mutti Pelati. To achieve fritters with a golden, perfectly crispy crust, it’s essential to ensure the oil is hot enough before frying. This guarantees a crunchy exterior that encloses the softness and delicate flavor of the pelati, creating a unique contrast in textures.
Side Dish or Showstopper?
When paired with a selection of sauces and creative condiments, perfect for tantalizing your guests’ palates, tomato fritters can be reinvented as finger food for appetizers or parties. A practical and innovative recipe that adds a touch of elegance to any occasion, transforming a simple side dish into a flavorful highlight for the table.
Tomato fritters: Method
- Drain the Pelati (Peeled tomatoes), place them on a cutting board, carefully open them, and pat dry with paper towels.
- Whisk 2 eggs with a tablespoon of milk and pepper (no salt). Prepare two more plates, one with flour and the other with breadcrumbs.
- Dredge the Pelati (peeled tomatoes) in flour, then dip in the egg mixture, and finally coat with breadcrumbs. Press firmly with your hands to ensure the breading adheres well.
- Preheat the peanut oil to 170°C (340°F) and fry the tomato fritters for a few minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Serve with a pinch of salt or, even better, Maldon sea salt flakes.