Recipe: Parsnip Fritters with Balsamic-Honey Drizzle
from Vegetarian Times
Parsnip Fritters with Balsamic-Honey Drizzle
Serves 4
- 2 ½ lb. parsnips, peeled and cubed
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 green onions, thinly sliced
- 1 small jalapeño chile, seeded and minced
- 2 Tbs. olive oil
- 1 cup balsamic vinegar
- 1 Tbs. plus 1½ tsp. honey
- 3 allspice berries
- 3 whole peppercorns
- 1 sprig fresh rosemary
1. To make Fritters: Steam parsnips 10 minutes in steamer, or until tender. Transfer to bowl, and mash until smooth. Stir in flour, green onions, and jalapeno; season with salt and pepper, if desired.
2. To make Balsamic-Honey Drizzle: Bring vinegar, 1 Tbs. honey, allspice, peppercorns, and rosemary sprig to a boil in small saucepan. Reduce heat to medium-low, and simmer 10 minutes, or until reduced to 1/2 cup. Remove rosemary sprig and spices; stir in remaining 1 1/2 tsp. honey.
3. Heat 1 Tbs. oil in large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Spoon 2 Tbs. Fritters batter into skillet to make 2-inch patties. Cook 5 minutes per side, or until crisp and golden. Transfer patties to baking sheet, and keep warm in oven until ready to serve. Repeat with remaining 1 Tbs. oil and batter.
4. Arrange 4 Parsnip Fritters on each plate, and top with 2 Tbs. Balsamic-Honey Drizzle.
Posted: to Recipes on Fri, Dec 27, 2013
Updated: Fri, Dec 27, 2013