cheese fritters with balsamic dipping sauce

(2 ratings)
Recipe by
Amanda Smith
Dunlap, IL

Just one word....yum!!!!!

(2 ratings)
yield 18 fritters
prep time 15 Min
cook time 10 Min
method Deep Fry

Ingredients For cheese fritters with balsamic dipping sauce

  • FRITTERS
  • 1 1/2 c
    fresh whole milk ricotta cheese
  • 1 1/2 c
    shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1/2 tsp
    salt
  • 1/2 tsp
    black pepper
  • 2 c
    panko bread crumbs
  • 3 lg
    eggs
  • 3/4 c
    all purpose flour
  • vegetable oil, for frying
  • 1 Tbsp
    fresh thyme, chopped
  • BALSAMIC DIPPING SAUCE
  • 6 Tbsp
    balsamic vinegar
  • 2 Tbsp
    lemon juice
  • 2 Tbsp
    dijon mustard
  • 1 Tbsp
    honey
  • 1/2 c
    extra virgin olive oil
  • 1/2 tsp
    salt
  • 1/2 tsp
    black pepper

How To Make cheese fritters with balsamic dipping sauce

  • 1
    For the Fritters: In a small bowl combine the ricotta, mozzarella, salt, and pepper. In another bowl pour the panko. In a third bowl lightly beat the eggs. Put the flour in a fourth bowl. Line a tray with parchment paper.
  • 2
    Scoop a 1 1/2 tablespoon ball of the cheese mixture into the flour and roll to coat. Transfer the ball to the eggs and roll to coat. Transfer the cheese ball to the panko and again roll to coat. Transfer the ball to the parchment-lined tray. Continue with the remaining cheese mixture. If it is warm in your house, you may want to chill them in the refrigerator for 15 to 30 minutes prior to frying.
  • 3
    Meanwhile heat 3 inches of vegetable oil in a large skillet to 350 degrees F. Fry fritters in batches, being careful not to overcrowd the pan, until golden, about 1 to 2 minutes. Remove with a slotted spoon to paper towel to drain. Sprinkle with thyme. Serve warm with Balsamic Dipping Sauce.
  • 4
    For the Balsamic Dipping Sauce: Combine the vinegar, lemon juice, mustard, and honey in a blender. Blend until combined. Add the oil in a steady stream while the machine is running. Season with the salt and pepper. Serve in a small bowl alongside the fritters.

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