A great way to use up veggies, we’ve rounded up some of our favourite fritter recipes! From our deliciously spiced vegetable fritter, to the Kiwi classic of mussel and whitebait fritters, these are all a great way to stretch your food a bit further, and create budget-friendly meals for friends and family.
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Classic mussel fritters
Nici Wickes’ delicious mussel fritters recipe is incredibly easy to make and fantastic served with lemon wedges and a herby, creamy mayo sauce. Enjoy for a tasty lunch with friends and family
Pea and pecorino fritters
If you’re a fan of Parmesan, why not give pecorino a try? Made from sheep milk, it’s similarly sharp but milder and slightly sweeter. Nici Wickes pairs it with peas and dill in these little pancakes.
Gluten-free ham and spring onion fritters
These ham and spring onion fritters are perfect for a weekend brunch or lunch, especially for anyone looking for gluten-free inspiration. Serve with avocado and baby tomatoes for extra tastiness.
Spiced vegetable fritters
Pakoras, or spiced vegetable fritters, have long been one of my favourite Indian snacks – they’re delicious and a great way to sneak more vegetables into your diet.
Nici Wickes’ sauerkraut fritters
The goodness of these tasty fritters combined with a feast of seasonal toppings means these can easily pass as a dinner. Plus, who can argue with something that is so good for you?
Quinoa & sweet potato fritters with garlicky matcha mayo, egg & salad
Whether you’re looking for a hearty vegetarian brunch or a light dinner, these quinoa and sweet potato fritters are a star. Served with egg, salad and a drizzle of garlicky matcha mayo, it’s a flavour-packed meal everyone will love.
Tua Tua fritters with tartare
A Kiwi classic
Cheesy courgette fritters
Make the most of summer’s bounty of courgettes with this cheesy courgette fritter recipe. Quick, easy and delicious, these fritters become a light meal when topped with a poached egg and bacon
The Shack’s chickpea and corn fritters with salsa and chipotle crema
These corn fritters have been on our menu since day one – they’re a bit of a Shack classic. I love the flavour you get from the chickpea flour in this recipe, and it’s gluten free too!
Pāua fritters
As kids, we were spoiled with these Pāua fritters! Friends of Mum and Dad always used to drop off pāua and now I crave them, so I love getting my hands on some when I can. I have changed my usual recipe a little, with inspiration from my chef brother, by adding some herbs and zest. These are fantastic!
Mexican sweetcorn and tomato hushpuppies
‘Hushpuppy’ is an American term used to describe a doughy fritter. Nici’s version has a crisp, pillowy texture, and are loaded with corn, cumin and tomatoes to give them a Mexican theme.
Thai crab fritters with cabbage salad
These crispy golden Thai inspired crab fritters make the perfect dinner any night of the week. Paired with a fresh cabbage salad, this fresh, wholesome, and authentic dish ticks all the boxes! Suitable for the 2-Day Fast Diet.
Coconut fritters with mango, chilli and lime
The Caribbean is calling! These fresh coconut vegan fritters, served with mango chilli and lime are absolutely scrumptious!
Classic Kiwi whitebait fritters
Perfect a Kiwi classic with this recipe for whitebait fritters. Serve with a squeeze of lemon juice and thick slices of white bread smothered in plenty of butter
Pear fritters with raspberry rose syrup
These sweet and indulgent pear fritters with raspberry rose syrup are easy to prepare and simply divine. The perfect sweet treat for breakfast, morning, or afternoon tea!
Corn and prawn fritters
These sweetcorn and prawn fritters served with a lemony sour cream dressing taste sensational together.
Cauliflower cheese fritters
We know cauliflower has been expensive so for these fritters, Nici treated them like luxury, pairing with mozzarella and feta to create delicious fritters that are great served with relish or chutney.
Broccoli and haloumi fritters
Broccoli and haloumi pair magically in these quick and easy fritters. Try serving with crispy bacon and a poached egg for a low-carb breakfast or light dinner.
Mini mussel fritters with caper aioli
Could there be anything more quintessentially Kiwi than mussel fritters at the beach? This recipe is a perfect one to mix up at home, then bring to your picnic spot to fry up on the portable BBQ.
Avocado, courgette and pea fritters with feta and mint
Swap your usual avo on toast for something a little more exciting with this fritter recipe. Avocado, courgette and peas give these fritters a delicious green hit, while feta is the perfect way to add some extra creamy goodness
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