CARROT FRITTERS

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Crispy and mild-flavored, this fun finger food always gets snatched up quickly. If there are any leftovers, they reheat well for a snack the next day.

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 30m

Yield 20 fritters.

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

1 cup all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon baking powder
2 eggs
1/2 cup milk
1 teaspoon canola oil
3 cups shredded carrots
Oil for deep-fat frying

Steps:

In a large bowl, combine the flour, salt and baking powder. Whisk the eggs, milk and oil; stir into dry ingredients just until moistened. Fold in carrots. , In an electric skillet or deep-fat fryer, heat oil to 375°. Drop batter by 2 tablespoonfuls into hot oil; press lightly to flatten. Fry until golden brown, about 1-2 minutes on each side. Drain on paper towels.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 144 calories, Fat 9g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 44mg cholesterol, Sodium 318mg sodium, Carbohydrate 13g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.