EASY TUNA FRITTERS

I've loved cooking and creating since I was a kid so here is my first cooking tutorial for you to enjoy!

These are tasty, quick and easy-to-make fritters.

Perfect for a snack or added to a plate of salad or hot vegetables as a meal

3 fresh eggs

1 tin flavored tuna - my fave is sweet chili or tomato and basil

1/2 cup chopped parsley

6 heaped tablespoons "My Baking Mix" (add more if needed)

METHOD

1. Break the eggs into a bowl along with the parsley, tuna and "My Baking Mix"
2. Lightly whisk until combined
3. Add more "My Baking Mix" if batter is a bit thin. You want it to be a 'drop' consistency that will not spread in the pan
4. Add a little fresh ground black pepper if desired for more flavor

To make a bigger batch, use a larger tin of tuna and add a 1/2 cup of tinned or cooked corn kernels to the batter along with a little of the liquid

INGREDIENTS

4 1/4 C plain flour

1/4 C baking powder

113g (4oz) butter - room temperature

METHOD

1. Cut butter into cubes.
2. Put all ingredients into a food processor and pulse until butter is blended.
3. Place in a lidded container and store in refrigerator - keeps well for up to 4 weeks

N.B. Allow to come to room temperature before use or sift if cold.

My Baking Mix can be used for fritters, scones, pancakes, pikelets, and fruit crumbles.

Use 1 tablespoon per 3 eggs to help set a quiche.

1. Allow your non stick pan to become hot.
2. Add rice bran oil to cover the surface - this oil does not smoke at high heat, doesn't add flavor or taste greasy
3. Using a tablespoon or small scoop, drop the measured mixture gently into the shimmering oil - I usually do a large tablespoon per fritter

1. Turn when bubbles start to appear on the top

1. As each batch is cooked remove from pan and lay on a paper towel to drain off any excess oil
2. Keep in a warmed oven or warmer drawer

1. Make a bed of green salad to lay the fritters onto as shown in the photo and serve

These are also delicious with green beans and creamy mashed carrot & potato with a dash of herb and garlic salt and a little sweet chili sauce on the side.

As a party snack - Try making them smaller and arrange on a dinner plate with a small bowl in the center of sweet chili sauce mixed with a little mayo as a dip.