SPICED SWEDE FRITTERS

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The mild flavour of swede is a great vehicle for vibrant spices, so this twist on Indian vegetable pakoras really works

Provided by Silvana Franco

Time 55m

Yield Serves 4 as a starter, makes 15

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients

1 swede (about 650g), peeled and diced into small chunks
75g plain flour
100ml crème fraîche
1 egg , beaten
1 red chilli , deseeded and finely chopped
1 red onion , finely chopped
1 tsp cayenne pepper
2 tsp garam masala
½ tsp ground turmeric
1 tsp crushed coriander seed
small handful coriander , chopped
sunflower oil , for frying
mango chutney , to serve

Steps:

Cook the swede in a pan of boiling water for 15 mins until tender, then drain well. In a large bowl, mix together the flour, crème fraîche and egg to make a smooth, thick batter. Stir in the chilli, onion, spices and coriander, then season generously. Very roughly mash the swede and stir into the mixture.
Heat a splash of the oil in a large non-stick pan and cook small, flattened spoonfuls of the mixture for 2 mins on each side until crisp and browned. Serve hot with chutney.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 242 calories, Fat 14 grams fat, SaturatedFat 7 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 23 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 9 grams sugar, Fiber 3 grams fiber, Protein 6 grams protein, Sodium 0.1 milligram of sodium