Loading...Serve up an appetizing twist with these California Avocado-stuffed fritters topped with an Aji Amarillo Aioli.
Crunchy California Avocado Fritters
Total Time:
21min
Cook Time:
20min
Prep Time:
1min
Nutritional Highlights (per serving)
480
Calories
46
g
Total Fat
2
g
Dietary Fiber
4
g
Protein
12
g
Total Carbs
Ingredients
Serves: 8| 2/3 | cup | white or black quinoa, rinsed and well drained (if necessary) |
| 1 1/3 | cups | water |
| 1/4 | cup | all-purpose flour |
| 1/4 | cup | grated Cotija cheese |
| 3/4 | tsp. | salt |
| 4 | green onions, white and light green parts only, finely chopped | |
| 1/2 | bunch | Italian parsley |
| 1 | egg | |
| 1 | egg yolk | |
| 3/4 | cup | canola or grape seed oil, for frying |
| 1 | ripe, fresh California Avocado, seeded, peeled and cut into 1/2- to 3/4-inch dice | |
| As needed | Salt, to taste | |
| As needed | Ground black pepper to taste | |
| 1 | cup | Aji Amarillo Aioli (see make-ahead recipe below), for serving |
| Aji Amarillo Aioli | ||
| 1 | cup | mayonnaise |
| 1 | lime, juiced | |
| 1/2 | tsp. | salt |
| 2 | Tbsp. | aji amarillo chile paste |
| 1 | Tbsp. | finely chopped Italian parsley |
As with all fruits and vegetables, wash avocados before cutting. Check out our tips for how to choose and use California Avocados
Instructions
- Place a small, dry saucepan over high heat. Add quinoa and toast for about 5 minutes, shaking and stirring constantly to prevent scorching. Transfer to a large saucepan and add water. Bring to a boil, reduce to a simmer and cook, covered, until water is absorbed, about 10 minutes. Set aside to cool.
- In a large bowl, combine cooked quinoa, flour, cheese and salt. Add onions, parsley, egg and yolk. Stir thoroughly with a spoon until the mixture has the consistency of soft dough. Chill for 30 minutes.
- Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- In a small mixing bowl, season avocado with salt and pepper to taste and toss gently to coat.
- Using hands, create round fritters about the size of a walnut shell with a piece of avocado in the center of each fritter.
- Working in batches, gently slide fritters into the hot oil. Fry until golden brown, about 3 to 4 minutes, turning as necessary. Drain on paper towels and serve warm, topped with Aji Amarillo Aioli.
Aja Amarillo Aioli
- Combine ingredients in small bowl. Taste and adjust seasoning as necessary. Refrigerate until ready to use.
Yields: About 24 fritters
Note: If cotija cheese is not available, parmesan cheese can be substituted
*Large avocados are recommended for this recipe. A large avocado averages about 8 ounces. If using smaller or larger size avocados adjust the quantity accordingly.
Copyright © 2012, Mary Sue Milliken and Susan Feniger, www.bordergrill.com.
NUTRITION INFORMATION
PER SERVING
Calories 480
Total Fat 46 g
Trans Fat 0 g
Saturated Fat 6 g
Unsaturated Fat 15 g
Polyunsaturated Fat 7 mg
Dietary Fiber 2 g
Protein 4 g
Total Carbs 12 g
Cholesterol 60 mg
Sodium 600 mg
Potassium 0 mg
Total Sugar 0 g
Vitamin A 732 IU; Vitamin C 12 mg; Calcium 41 mg; Iron 1.5 mg; Vitamin D 10 IU; Folate 57 mcg; Omega 3 Fatty Acid 1.3 g
% Daily Value*: Total Fat 71%; Vitamin A 15%; Vitamin C 20%; Calcium 4%; Iron 8%
*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 Calorie diet. Your Daily Values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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