Mucver- Turkish Courgette fritters

Spicy fritters with a delectable crunchy bite.

Ingredients:

1 large courgette grated into long thin strips.
1 teaspoon grated ginger
2 tablespoons coriander finely chopped
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper powder
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/2 teaspoon bicarbonate of soda
4 tablespoons chick pea flour
2 tablespoons rice flour
1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
1/2 teaspoon chilli powder
Pinch cumin powder
Oil for deep frying.
2 oz feta cheese(optional)I did not use it
1 egg(optional)I did not use it.

Method:

1.In a large bowl add the chickpea flour and rice flour.
2.Add the salt,black pepper, cumin, turmeric and chilli powder and bicarbonate of soda to the flour and mix well.
3.Add the grated courgette,chopped coriander, ginger and 1 tablespoon oil to the flower mixture and mix well.( The moisture from the courgette should be enough to bind the mixture.)
4. Dust your hands with flower and make small patties of the mixture and place on an oiled tray.
5. Heat the oil in a large pan , when it is hot deep fry the courgette fritters in small batches on medium heat.
Drain on kitchen paper and serve with a spicy dip.

NB This recipe has been adapted,the authentic version of this recipe has feta cheese and egg added to the recipe.

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