Haitian Chicken Fritters
245kcal
Ingredients
For the batter
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper (optional)
- 1 cup water
For the filling
- 2 cups cooked and shredded chicken
- 1/2 cup diced onion
- 1/2 cup diced bell pepper
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 salt
- 1/4 black pepper
Method
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and cayenne pepper (if using).
- Gradually add the water to the bowl and whisk until a smooth batter forms. Set aside.
- In a skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the onion, bell pepper, and garlic to the skillet and cook until softened, about 3-4 minutes.
- Add the shredded chicken to the skillet and season with salt and black pepper. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes.
- Drop spoon full of the chicken filling into the batter and mix until well combined.
- In a deep pot, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat until hot.
- Using a spoon, drop spoonfuls of the batter and chicken mixture into the hot oil and fry until golden brown and cooked through, about 3-4 minutes.
- Using a slotted spoon, remove the fritters from the oil and drain on paper towels.
- Serve the chicken fritters hot.
Nutrition
Serving1gCalories245kcalCarbohydrates26gProtein16gFat8gSaturated Fat1gCholesterol34mgSodium389mgPotassium243mgFiber1gSugar1g