Pea Fritters

By bweber

If using fresh peas, blanch them in boiling water for one to two minutes, then drain well and pat dry before adding to the batter. Thawed frozen peas can be added without additional cooking.

Ingredients

• 3/4 cup(s) all-purpose flour
• 1.50 teaspoon(s) baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon(s) ground nutmeg
• 1/4 teaspoon(s) paprika
• 1 cup(s) cottage cheese
• 2 cup(s) fresh shelled peas, or 1 (10-ounce) package frozen peas, thawed
• 1/4 cup(s) heavy cream
• canola oil and butter
• 2 large eggs, lightly beaten
• Salt

Details

Servings 36
Adapted from delish.com

Preparation

Step 1

Sift together flour, baking powder, nutmeg, and paprika into a medium mixing bowl. Pour eggs into flour mixture, and whisk to combine thoroughly. Fold in cottage cheese and peas. In another medium mixing bowl, whip cream until soft peaks form, and fold into mixture.

In a large skillet, heat canola oil until a deep-fry thermometer registers 360 degrees. Drop dough 1 heaping tablespoon at a time into hot oil, and fry about 3 minutes, turning as needed, until golden all over and cooked through. Using a slotted spoon, transfer to a large paper-towel-lined plate; sprinkle with salt while still hot, and let cool slightly before serving.