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Oatmeal Fritters

A delightful combination of oatmeal, onions, and herbs, perfect as a snack, appetizer, or main dish, with an option to include mozzarella cheese for added richness.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizer, Main Dish, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 cup 1 cup of oatmeal (90 g)
  • 1 small 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 2 2 eggs
  • 2 tablespoons 2 tablespoons of yogurt (30 g)
  • 1 teaspoon 1 teaspoon of salt (5 g)
  • to taste Thyme
  • 50 ml 50 ml of water (initially) (about 3.4 tablespoons)
  • 50 ml 50 ml of additional water (about 3.4 tablespoons)
  • as needed Oil for frying
  • Mozzarella cheese, optional for an added richness

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a bowl, combine the oatmeal, chopped onion, eggs, yogurt, salt, and thyme. Mix well.
  2. Gradually add the initial 50 ml of water to create a thick batter. Adjust the consistency if needed with additional water.
Cooking
  1. Heat oil in a frying pan over medium heat.
  2. Drop spoonfuls of the batter into the pan and flatten slightly.
  3. Cook until golden brown on one side, then flip and cook the other side until golden.
  4. If using mozzarella cheese, add a slice on top of each fritter before flipping.
  5. Remove the fritters from the pan and drain on paper towels. Serve warm.

Notes

Oatmeal fritters are best served warm, accompanied by a dipping sauce like yogurt or tzatziki. They can be enjoyed on their own as a snack, paired with a salad, or topped with a poached egg for an elevated meal.