Vegetable Potato Fritters with Spiced Lentil Mayonnaise Recipe
These Vegetable Potato Fritters are a delicious and healthy snack or light meal, combining grated potatoes, carrots, and red lentils into crispy, savory patties. Served with a zesty vegan sriracha mayonnaise, they’re perfect for a quick lunch or appetizer. The fritters can be pan-fried for a traditional crispy texture or baked for a healthier, oil-free option.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes (pan-frying) or 20 minutes (baking)
- Total Time: 25-30 minutes
- Yield: 12 fritters
- Category: Snacks & Appetizers
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Fusion
- Diet: Vegan
Ingredients
Fritters
- 3/4 cup red lentils
- 1 small red onion, chopped
- 2 cloves of garlic, minced
- 2 medium-sized potatoes, peeled and grated
- 1 medium-sized carrot, grated
- 5 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika powder
- 1 teaspoon regular paprika powder
- 1 teaspoon marjoram
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
- Oil for frying (if pan-frying)
Vegan Sriracha Mayonnaise
- 3 tablespoons vegan mayonnaise
- 1 teaspoon tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika powder
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
- Sriracha sauce, to taste
Instructions
- Cook Lentils: Rinse and cook the red lentils according to the package instructions until tender. Drain and set aside to cool.
- Prepare Vegetables: Peel and grate the potatoes and the carrot. Finely chop the red onion and mince the garlic cloves.
- Mix Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the cooked lentils, grated potatoes, grated carrot, chopped onion, minced garlic, all-purpose flour, smoked paprika, regular paprika, marjoram, salt, and black pepper. Mix thoroughly until well incorporated.
- Form and Cook Fritters: Heat some oil in a large non-stick pan over medium heat. Scoop about 1 1/2 heaped tablespoons of the mixture for each fritter and carefully place in the pan. Cook for about 3 to 4 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through. Alternatively, for an oil-free version, place formed fritters on a baking tray lined with parchment paper and bake in a preheated oven at 400°F (200°C) for about 20 minutes, flipping halfway through cooking.
- Prepare Sriracha Mayonnaise: In a small bowl, mix together the vegan mayonnaise, tomato paste, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, black pepper, and sriracha sauce to taste until smooth and well combined.
- Serve: Plate the fritters alongside a fresh green salad and serve with the vegan sriracha mayonnaise for dipping. Enjoy your flavorful, healthy meal!
Notes
- For the crispiest fritters, pat the grated potatoes and carrot dry before mixing.
- If baking, use parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure easy flipping.
- You can adjust the amount of sriracha in the mayonnaise to suit your spice preference.
- These fritters can be made ahead and reheated in the oven for a quick snack.
- Serve with a side salad or as a sandwich filling for variety.
