Pimento Cheese Fritters Recipe
banana pepper aioli {vg} charred tomato coulis - blistered green beans - herbs lemon {gf}
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Ingredients
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Fritters
Banana Pepper Aioli
Charred Tomato Coulis
Blistered Green Beans
Method
Fritters
- 1
Prepare the Fritter Mixture
In a large bowl, mix together the shredded cheddar cheese, softened cream cheese, diced pimentos, cornmeal, flour, eggs, baking powder, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
- 2
Form the Fritters
Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of the mixture and form them into small balls. Place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- 3
Fry the Fritters
In a deep pan, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat. Once hot, carefully add the fritters in batches, frying until golden brown on all sides, about 3-4 minutes. Drain on paper towels.
Banana Pepper Aioli
- 4
Make the Aioli
In a bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, diced banana peppers, minced garlic, lemon juice, and salt until smooth. Adjust seasoning as needed.
Charred Tomato Coulis
- 5
Roast the Tomatoes
Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Toss the halved tomatoes with olive oil, salt, and black pepper, and spread them on a baking sheet. Roast for 20-25 minutes until blistered and tender.
- 6
Blend the Coulis
Once roasted, transfer the tomatoes to a blender, add chopped fresh herbs, and blend until smooth. Adjust seasoning if necessary.
Blistered Green Beans
- 7
Blister the Green Beans
In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the trimmed green beans and sauté until they are blistered and tender, about 5-7 minutes. Season with salt and lemon zest.
