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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.

Bitter Greens and Anchovy Fritters with Lemon-Tahini Drizzle

Prep Time

75 min

Difficulty

Hard

Servings

6

Calories

280 kcal

Instructions

  1. 1

    Wash and thoroughly dry the dandelion greens and radicchio. Finely chop both greens.

    ~5 min
  2. 2

    Finely mince the anchovy fillets.

    ~2 min
  3. 3

    In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, cornmeal, baking powder, salt, and black pepper.

    ~2 min
  4. 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. 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. 6

    Heat the olive oil in a large frying pan over medium-high heat to 350°F (175°C).

    ~10 min
  7. 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. 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. 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. 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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