Crispy Sesame Carrot Fritters with Lemon Ginger Dipping Sauce

Ingredients

• •4 medium carrots, grated
• •2 green onions, finely chopped
• •1/2 cup all-purpose flour
• •1/2 teaspoon baking powder
• •1 teaspoon sesame seeds
• •1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
• •1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
• •1/4 teaspoon salt
• •1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• •1 large egg, beaten
• •2 tablespoons water
• •2 tablespoons vegetable oil (for frying)
• •1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
• •1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
• •1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
• •1 teaspoon honey
• •1/4 teaspoon soy sauce

Instructions

1. 1

   In a large bowl, combine the grated carrots, green onions, flour, baking powder, sesame seeds, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper.

2. 2

   Mix in the beaten egg and water until a rough batter forms.

3. 3

   Heat the vegetable oil in a non-stick skillet over medium heat.

4. 4

   Scoop 2 tablespoons of batter per fritter into the skillet, flattening them slightly with the back of a spoon.

5. 5

   Cook each fritter for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown and crispy. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate.

6. 6

   In a small bowl, whisk together the yogurt, lemon juice, grated ginger, honey, and soy sauce to make the dipping sauce.

7. 7

   Serve the crispy sesame carrot fritters warm with the lemon ginger dipping sauce on the side.