Pimento Fritters Recipe
Crispy hand breaded southern style pimento cheese, served with pepper jelly
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Ingredients
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Fritters
Pepper Jelly
Method
Preparation of Fritters
- 1
Make the Batter
In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, cornmeal, baking powder, salt, and pepper. Whisk together until well combined.
- 2
- 3
Incorporate Pimento Cheese
Gently fold in the pimento cheese until evenly distributed throughout the batter.
Frying the Fritters
- 4
Heat the Oil
In a large, deep skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C). You can test the temperature by dropping a small bit of batter into the oil; it should sizzle immediately.
- 5
Fry the Fritters
Using a tablespoon or small ice cream scoop, drop spoonfuls of the batter into the hot oil, being careful not to overcrowd the pan. Fry in batches for about 3-4 minutes on each side or until golden brown and crispy.
- 6
Drain and Cool
Once cooked, remove the fritters from the oil and place them on a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil. Allow them to cool slightly before serving.
Serving
- 7
Serve with Pepper Jelly
Arrange the fritters on a serving platter and serve warm with a jar of red pepper jelly on the side for dipping.
