Haitian Marinade Fritters

Discover the savory delight of traditional Haitian Marinade—a beloved snack or appetizer featuring savory fried fritters. These spicy fritters, infused with vibrant herbs and spices, offer a crispy exterior with a tender interior, making them an irresistible treat for any occasion.

Ingredients

🌿 1 handful parsley
🍲 ½ cube Maggi Cube, Brand: Maggi
🌶️ ½ habanero pepper
💧 1.5 cups water
🌾 2 cups all-purpose flour
🧂 ½ teaspoon salt
🌶️ ½ teaspoon ground pepper
🥄 1 tablespoon baking powder
🍊 Sour orange juice
🛢️ Cooking oil

Instructions

1- Prepare the Flavor Base:

• In a blender container, combine one handful of parsley, ½ Maggi cube, and ½ habanero pepper.
• Add some water to help blend the mixture smoothly.

2- Blend:

• Blend these ingredients until you achieve a smooth, vibrant green consistency.

3- Prepare Water Mixture:

• In a separate bowl, mix ½ teaspoon of salt and ½ teaspoon of ground pepper with water until well combined.

4- Prepare Dry Ingredients:

• In a large glass mixing bowl, combine 2 cups of flour and 1 tablespoon baking powder.
• Mix thoroughly using a spoon or whisk.

5- Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients:

• Pour the blended green mixture, salt and pepper water, and sour orange juice into the flour mixture.
• Ensure any residue from the Maggi cube is also added.

6- Mix Batter:

• Stir all ingredients together until you have a batter with a smooth, pancake-like consistency.

7- Proof Batter:

• Allow the batter to rest for 10-15 minutes, until small bubbles form on the surface, indicating readiness.

8- Heat Oil:

• Using a Musa portable electric stovetop, heat the cooking oil in a stainless steel saucepan until hot and ready for deep frying.

9- Fry Fritters:

• Carefully drop spoonfuls of the batter into the hot oil.

10- Cook to Golden Brown:
- Fry the fritters for 6-10 minutes, or until they achieve a golden brown color.

11- Drain:
- Remove the fritters and place them on a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil.

Prep Time: 10-15 mins
Rest Time: 10-15 mins
Cook Time: 6-10 mins
Total Time: 30-40 mins
Servings: 4-6
Equipment:

• 🍵 Blender container (Generic)
• 🥣 Glass mixing bowls (Generic)
• 🍴 Spoon/Whisk (Generic)
• 📃 Paper towels for draining (Generic)
• 🔥 Portable Electric Stovetop, Brand: Musa
• 🍲 Saucepan/Pot (Stainless steel, generic)
• 🔧 Tongs (Generic)

Cooking Tips

• Consider adjusting the habanero pepper quantity for heat level preference.
• Ensure the batter reaches a pancake-like consistency for best results.
• Experiment with fry time for either a crispy or tender texture.

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Haitian Marinade Fritters