Bitter Greens and Anchovy Fritters with Lemon-Tahini Drizzle
Crispy, savory fritters showcasing the bold, earthy flavors of dandelion greens and radicchio, enhanced by the briny depth of anchovies. A bright, tangy lemon-tahini drizzle cuts through the richness, creating a perfectly balanced Mediterranean-inspired appetizer.

Prep Time
75 min
Difficulty
Hard
Servings
6
Calories
280 kcal
Instructions
- 1
Wash and thoroughly dry the dandelion greens and radicchio. Finely chop both greens.
~5 min - 2
Finely mince the anchovy fillets.
~2 min - 3
In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, cornmeal, baking powder, salt, and black pepper.
~2 min - 4
In a separate bowl, whisk the eggs and milk. Add the chopped greens and minced anchovies to the wet ingredients and stir to combine.
~3 min - 5
Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Do not overmix; the batter should be thick.
~3 min - 6
Heat the olive oil in a large frying pan over medium-high heat to 350°F (175°C).
~10 min - 7
Carefully drop rounded tablespoons of batter into the hot oil, working in batches to avoid overcrowding the pan. Fry for 3-4 minutes per side, or until golden brown and crispy.
~15 min - 8
Using a slotted spoon, remove the fritters from the oil and place them on a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil.
- 9
While the fritters are frying, prepare the lemon-tahini drizzle. In a small bowl, whisk together tahini, lemon juice, minced garlic, and water until smooth and drizzle-able. Adjust water for desired consistency.
~5 min - 10
Arrange the fritters on a serving platter. Drizzle generously with the lemon-tahini sauce and garnish with fresh chopped parsley.
~2 min
Tips
- For crispier fritters, ensure the oil is at the correct temperature (350°F/175°C) before frying. Too low and they will be greasy; too high and they will burn before cooking through.
- The batter can be made a few hours ahead and stored in the refrigerator. However, the greens might release more moisture, so you may need to add a tablespoon or two of flour before frying.
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