Couscous Fritters

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 15

A crunchy and savory recipe for Couscous Fritters

by The Chefin Appetizer

Prep

20 min

Cook

10 min

Ready In

30 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

320

Sugar

Fat

18g

Couscous is a staple food in North African cuisine, and this dish, Couscous Fritters, takes a classic ingredient and transforms it into a delicious and crispy appetizer. Made with couscous, feta cheese, sunblush tomatoes and natural yoghurt, these fritters will become your new favorite snack. The fritters are easy to make and can be seasoned according to your preference, making them versatile and adaptable. You can enjoy them at a party or as a light lunch or dinner.

Instructions

1.	In a bowl, add couscous, pour hot vegetable stock over it, cover and leave for 5 minutes until couscous is soft and stock is absorbed.
2.	Add the beaten egg, diced feta cheese, chopped sunblush tomatoes, chopped spring onions and natural yoghurt to the couscous and mix well. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
3.	Heat the oil in a frying pan over medium heat. Spoon heaped tablespoons of the mixture into the frying pan and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown.
4.	Serve hot with sweet chili sauce or tzatziki dip.

PROS

These Couscous Fritters are very crispy, healthy and gluten-free.
They include fresh ingredients and pack a lot of flavor into every bite.
Perfect for a light lunch or as an appetizer.

CONS

The fritters require a little more effort and time to prepare in comparison to other regular snacks.
They are also deep-fried, making them calorie-dense and high in fat content.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Couscous is a healthy alternative to many other grains, and is also rich in protein, fiber, vitamins and minerals. Feta cheese is a good source of protein and calcium, and also contains beneficial bacteria. Natural yoghurt helps maintain healthy gut bacteria and is high in protein.

	175 g couscous
	200 ml hot vegetable stock
	1 egg , beaten
	3 tablespoons natural yoghurt
	85 g feta , diced
	50 g sunblush tomatoes , chopped
	3 spring onions , chopped
	2 tablespoons vegetable oil