Parsnip Fritters with Balsamic-Honey Drizzle
Gastrique is another culinary term for the reduced balsamic sauce that gets drizzled over pan-seared fritters.
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Gastrique is another culinary term for the reduced balsamic sauce that gets drizzled over pan-seared fritters.
Ingredients
Fritters
- 2 1/2 lb. parsnips, peeled and cubed
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 green onions, thinly sliced
- 1 small jalapeño chile, seeded and minced
- 2 Tbs. olive oil
Balsamic-honey drizzle
- 1 cup balsamic vinegar
- 1 Tbs. plus 11/2 tsp. honey
- 3 allspice berries
- 3 whole peppercorns
- 1 sprig fresh rosemary
Preparation
1. To make Fritters: Steam parsnips 10 minutes in steamer, or until tender. Transfer to bowl, and mash until smooth. Stir in flour, green onions, and jalapeno; season with salt and pepper, if desired.
2. To make Balsamic-Honey Drizzle: Bring vinegar, 1 Tbs. honey, allspice, peppercorns, and rosemary sprig to a boil in small saucepan. Reduce heat to medium-low, and simmer 10 minutes, or until reduced to 1/2 cup. Remove rosemary sprig and spices; stir in remaining 1 1/2 tsp. honey.
3. Heat 1 Tbs. oil in large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Spoon 2 Tbs. Fritters batter into skillet to make 2-inch patties. Cook 5 minutes per side, or until crisp and golden. Transfer patties to baking sheet, and keep warm in oven until ready to serve. Repeat with remaining 1 Tbs. oil and batter.
4. Arrange 4 Parsnip Fritters on each plate, and top with 2 Tbs. Balsamic-Honey Drizzle.
Nutrition Information
- Calories 438
- Carbohydrate Content 85 g
- Cholesterol Content 0 mg
- Fat Content 8 g
- Fiber Content 13 g
- Protein Content 7 g
- Saturated Fat Content 1 g
- Sodium Content 41 mg
- Sugar Content 28 g