If there is one thing I love, it’s a fritter. Yes, fritters are a fried food (gasp!), but in the case of this recipe they are lightly fried in olive oil, so that’s not so bad. They’re also packed with good-for-you carrots, herbs, and flax. But don’t let the flax throw you, because they are so tasty you’ll find yourself saying, “just one more.” In fact, this recipe is one that’s a regular part of my springtime recipe rotation. My husband and I like topping microgreens with these babies and then smothering them in Tahini Yogurt Sauce. This makes for a yummy salad, but if you’re hungry for something more filling, serve the fritters and microgreens in a pita or as a side to a meaty main.
Part of what makes these carrot fritters so good is their blend of spices. Garlic, turmeric, cumin and ginger give them a decidedly Moroccan flair. And oh, how I love Moroccan food… Moroccan+Fritters=YUM! If you’re someone who is intimidated by hot and spicy foods, these aren’t “hot,” but just full of flavor, making them something that my kid will actually try.
The thing that really ties this dish together is the Tahini Yogurt Sauce, again with the Moroccan flair. This yogurt sauce is something of a staple in my home, and it whips up especially easily with my hand immersion blender (thanks Mom for the awesome Christmas gift). If you’re in the market for an immersion blender click here to purchase the same one I use on Amazon. I highly recommend it. Plus it’s moderately priced, which is a win in my life at the moment. If you’re budget is extra tight this one is even more economical, and it’s similar in design, minus all of the accessories.
