Crispy Pea Fritters
These golden fritters are made with sweet green peas, fresh herbs, and a touch of cheese for richness. They’re pan-fried until crisp on the outside and soft inside, perfect with a dollop of Greek yogurt, tzatziki, or lemony tahini sauce.
⏱ Time
Prep: 15 minutes
Cook: 15 minutes
Total: 30 minutes
Ingredients
2 cups green peas (fresh or frozen, thawed)
2 spring onions (or ½ small onion), chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
½ cup fresh parsley or mint (or a mix)
½ cup breadcrumbs (or ground oats)
¼ cup crumbled feta or grated Parmesan
1 large egg
½ tsp lemon zest
½ tsp cumin or paprika (optional)
Salt & pepper, to taste
Olive oil, for frying
Instructions
1. Prepare peas – Blanch peas for 2 minutes in boiling water if fresh/frozen, then drain and cool.
2. Pulse mixture – In a food processor, pulse peas, onion, garlic, herbs, breadcrumbs, cheese, egg, lemon zest, and seasoning until combined but still slightly chunky (not a puree).
3. Shape fritters – Form into small patties (about 2 tbsp each). If mixture is too wet, add more breadcrumbs.
4. Cook – Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Fry fritters 3–4 minutes per side until golden and crisp.
5. Serve – Enjoy warm with yogurt dip, tzatziki, or lemon-tahini sauce.
Notes & Tips
Bake instead of frying: arrange fritters on a parchment-lined tray, brush with oil, bake at 200°C (400°F) for 18–20 minutes, flipping halfway.
Add a little chili or harissa paste for a spicier twist.
Great in pita wraps with cucumber, lettuce, and tahini sauce.
❓ Frequently asked questions FAQ
Q: Can I make them vegan?
Yes – swap the egg for a flax egg (1 tbsp ground flax + 3 tbsp water) and use vegan cheese or skip it.
Q: Can I freeze them?
Yes – freeze uncooked patties on a tray, then store in a bag. Cook from frozen, adding 2–3 minutes.
Q: Can I make them without breadcrumbs?
Yes – use oats, almond flour, or even mashed potato as a binder.
Nutrition information
Calories: ~70
Protein: 3g
Carbs: 8g
Fat: 3g
Fiber: 2g