The pumpkin and parmesan fritters are crunchy nuggets made with grated pumpkin and are very easy to prepare. For this recipe, you don’t need to pre-cook the pumpkin, just grate it raw with a coarse grater and mix it with the few other ingredients using a spoon. In less than 15 minutes, you’ll have an original and delicious appetizer!
The sweetness of the pumpkin pairs perfectly with the savory taste of the Parmesan cheese, creating a truly extraordinary combination!
At the end of the article in the FAQ section, you’ll find some questions about storage and substitutions. If you have other doubts or curiosities, leave a comment or use the appropriate form.
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- Difficulty: Very easy
- Cost: Cheap
- Preparation time: 10 Minutes
- Portions: 10
- Cooking methods: Frying
- Cuisine: Italian
- Seasonality: Autumn, Winter
- Energy 40.42 (Kcal)
- Carbohydrates 2.81 (g) of which sugars 0.54 (g)
- Proteins 2.15 (g)
- Fat 2.45 (g) of which saturated 1.01 (g)of which unsaturated 1.38 (g)
- Fibers 0.21 (g)
- Sodium 104.08 (mg)
Indicative values for a portion of 15 g processed in an automated way starting from the nutritional information available on the CREA* and FoodData Central** databases. It is not food and / or nutritional advice.
* CREATES Food and Nutrition Research Center: https://www.crea.gov.it/alimenti-e-nutrizione https://www.alimentinutrizione.it ** U.S. Department of Agriculture, Agricultural Research Service. FoodData Central, 2019. https://fdc.nal.usda.gov
Ingredients
- 6 1/2 oz pumpkin (cleaned)
- 1 oz grated parmesan
- 1 egg (medium)
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 pinch garlic powder
- 1 pinch dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 pinch black pepper
- peanut oil (for frying)
Tools
- Electric Grater
- Bowls
- Kitchen Scale
- Frying Pan
- Paper Towels
Pumpkin and Parmesan Fritters Recipe
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Start preparing the pumpkin and parmesan fritters by cutting and peeling the pumpkin; you’ll need 6 1/2 oz. Grate it with an electric grater or a manual coarse grater.
Transfer the grated pumpkin into a bowl and add a medium-sized egg; mix well until the two ingredients are completely combined.
Continue by adding salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and oregano to the pumpkin. Add the grated parmesan to the bowl and mix well.
Finish the preparation with the flour: mix until you get a sticky mixture that holds together when scooped with a spoon.
Heat peanut oil in a pan, preferably with a thick bottom. Check with a kitchen thermometer that it reaches 340°F, or if you don’t have one, use a toothpick: if bubbles form around the tip when dipped in oil, it has reached the right temperature. Place a spoonful of batter in the pan and cook until it becomes golden brown, about 2-3 minutes. Flip and cook the other side the same way. Continue until all the batter is used.
Transfer the pumpkin and parmesan fritters to a plate lined with paper towels to drain the excess oil. Serve them hot.
Pumpkin and Parmesan Fritters
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FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions)
How long do they keep?
I recommend consuming them immediately. Alternatively, you can freeze them for 3 months and re-fry for 3 minutes in a pan or fryer.
What type of pumpkin did you use?
For this recipe, I used butternut squash, but mantovana is also a great option.
I have celiac disease, how can I replace the flour?
With rice flour or corn starch.
Can I use other herbs or spices?
For spices, you can try smoked paprika or curry.
Among herbs, I recommend parsley and chives.
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