Goat Cheese Pimiento Fritters Recipe
house-made jalapeño jelly
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Ingredients
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Fritters
Jalapeño Jelly
Method
Fritters
- 1
Prepare the Fritter Mixture
In a large mixing bowl, combine the goat cheese and cream cheese. Use a fork or hand mixer to blend until smooth.
- 2
Add Vegetables and Seasoning
Stir in the diced pimiento peppers, finely chopped jalapeño, and chopped green onions into the cheese mixture. Mix well.
- 3
Incorporate Dry Ingredients
In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, cornmeal, baking powder, salt, and black pepper. Gradually add this dry mixture to the cheese mixture, mixing well to combine.
- 4
Add Egg
Crack the egg into the mixture and stir until fully incorporated.
- 5
Heat Oil
In a deep frying pan, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).
- 6
Fry the Fritters
Using a spoon or small ice cream scoop, drop spoonfuls of the fritter mixture into the hot oil. Fry until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes on each side. Remove and drain on paper towels.
Jalapeño Jelly
- 7
Prepare the Jelly Mixture
In a large saucepan, combine the chopped jalapeños, granulated sugar, apple cider vinegar, and salt. Stir until well mixed.
- 8
Add Pectin
Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat, stirring frequently. Once boiling, stir in the pectin and bring back to a boil for 1-2 minutes.
- 9
Jar the Jelly
Remove from heat and pour the jelly into sterilized jars. Seal tightly and let cool at room temperature.
