Vegan Zucchini Fritters
These Vegan Zucchini Fritters are an elevated version of the classic Indian vegetable fritter (Pakora). It utilizes lentils and hand-cut vegetables to give more of a bite where the textures and flavors of the vegetables are more pronounced. If you're looking for a crunchy and savory treat, you don't want to miss out on this dish. It's paired with a delightful sweet yogurt dip that will leave your taste buds craving for more.
Ingredients
Cooking Instructions
step 1
Start by rinsing the Red Lentils (1 cup) thoroughly until the rinsing water runs clear. Cover the lentils with water and let them soak for about 40 minutes.
step 2
Place the Zucchini (1) and Red Onion (1/2) in a colander, sprinkle with salt, and let it sit for 30 minutes. Afterwards, drain out any excess moisture from the zucchini using a clean kitchen towel by using a patting or swinging motion.
step 3
While waiting, make the yogurt dip. Combine Vegan Plain Yogurt (3/4 cup), 2 Tbsp of Lemon Juice (1), Maple Syrup (1/2 tsp), and Salt (to taste). Taste for seasoning and keep refrigerated.
step 4
Drain the lentils after 40 minutess. Then place the lentils in a food processor and pulse until a rough paste is formed.
step 5
In a large mixing bowl, combine the lentil paste, zucchini, red onion, Red Chili Peppers (2), Salt (1 tsp), Ground Turmeric (1 tsp), Fennel Seeds (1 tsp), Fresh Parsley (1 cup), and 1 Tbsp of Lemon Zest. Mix everything together until well combined.
step 6
Heat the Vegetable Oil (1 cup) in a cast pan over medium heat. The oil should be approximately ¼-inch for shallow frying. The temperature for frying should be maintained between 330 degrees F (165 degrees C) to degrees 350 F (180 degrees C) during the whole frying process.
step 7
Using a metal spoon, scoop a dollop of the mixture into the hot oil, using the back of a spoon to pat the mixture down into a fritter shape. After 2 minutes, flip the fritter with a fish slice and fry to a golden brown, then remove and drain on a wire rack. Repeat this process with the remaining mixture.
step 8
When all fritters have been fried, place the fritters on a serving platter with the yogurt dip.
