Spicy Sucuk & Kashkaval Fritters with Urfa Biber Yogurt Dip
These crispy fritters are a flavor explosion, combining the smoky spice of Turkish sucuk with the rich, salty tang of Kashkaval cheese. Served with a cooling yet spicy Urfa biber infused yogurt, they make for an addictive and satisfying snack.
Prep Time
65 min
Difficulty
Hard
Servings
4
Calories
350 kcal
Instructions
- 1
Finely chop the sucuk and grate the Kashkaval cheese. Set aside.
- 2
In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, and black pepper.
~2 min - 3
In a separate medium bowl, whisk the eggs and milk until well combined.
~1 min - 4
Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and whisk until a smooth batter forms. Fold in the chopped sucuk and grated Kashkaval cheese. The batter should be thick but pourable.
~3 min - 5
Heat the vegetable oil in a frying pan over medium-high heat to about 350°F (175°C). Test the oil with a drop of batter; it should sizzle immediately.
~10 min - 6
Carefully drop spoonfuls of the batter into the hot oil, frying in batches to avoid overcrowding the pan. Fry for 3-4 minutes per side, until golden brown and cooked through.
~8 min - 7
Using a slotted spoon, remove the fritters from the oil and drain on paper towels.
~2 min - 8
While the fritters are frying, prepare the dip. In a small bowl, combine the yogurt, Urfa biber flakes, and minced garlic. Stir well.
~3 min - 9
Serve the hot fritters immediately with the Urfa biber yogurt dip on the side. Garnish with fresh mint if desired.
Tips
- Ensure the frying oil is at the correct temperature. If it's too cool, the fritters will absorb too much oil and become greasy. If too hot, they will burn before cooking through.
- For an extra layer of flavor, you can add a pinch of dried oregano or a finely chopped fresh chili pepper to the fritter batter.
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