Description
These crispy anchovy fritters are packed with flavor from dried anchovies and onions, making them a delicious snack or appetizer.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup plain flour
- 1/2 cup cooked rice
- 1 egg
- 1 red onion, diced finely
- 1/2 cup dried anchovies (ikan bilis)
- Few sprigs spring onions, chopped
- 1 small red chili, sliced finely
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- Water, as needed
- Canola oil, for deep frying
Instructions
- Grind the dried anchovies until they are almost a fine powder, or leave them whole if preferred.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the plain flour, cooked rice, egg, diced red onion, ground or whole anchovies, chopped spring onions, sliced red chili, salt, and black pepper.
- Gradually add water to the mixture, stirring continuously, until it forms a thick pancake-like batter.
- Heat canola oil in a deep frying pan over medium-high heat.
- Once the oil is hot, carefully drop spoonfuls of the batter into the oil, frying in batches to avoid overcrowding.
- Fry the fritters for about 3-4 minutes on each side, or until they are golden brown and crispy.
- Remove the fritters from the oil and drain on paper towels to remove excess oil.
- Serve warm as a snack or appetizer.
Notes
These fritters are best enjoyed fresh and warm. Use canola oil for a healthier frying option. If you prefer a milder flavor, reduce the amount of anchovies. Store leftovers in an airtight container and reheat in an oven to retain crispiness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fritter
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 1
- Sodium: 300
- Fat: 6
- Carbohydrates: 20
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 5
- Cholesterol: 30