How to Make Turkey Fritters

Fat may not be that great for you, but hey, fat is flavor. And these fritters are packed with it. Yields 8 to 10 appetizer servings.

Difficulty:

Moderate

Instructions

Things You'll Need

• 1 1/2 tsp. salt
• hot red pepper sauce
• 1/4 tsp. ground cinnamon
• lime wedges
• vegetable oil
• 1 tsp. dried thyme
• 1 tbsp. fresh lemon juice
• 1/4 tsp. allspice
• 1 12-oz. bottle beer
• 1 c. leftover turkey
• 1/2 tsp. baking powder
• 1/8 tsp. grated nutmeg
• 1 1/2 c. all-purpose flour
• 1/4 tsp. ground red pepper
• 1/2 tsp. cracked black pepper
• Groceries
• Deep-frying Thermometers
• Electric Mixer
• Large Pots
• Mixing Bowls
• Mixing bowls

1. Mix flour, baking powder, salt, dried thyme, black pepper, red pepper, allspice, cinnamon and nutmeg in a mixing bowl.

2. Add beer and lemon juice, and stir until just blended.

3. Add 1 c. minced leftover turkey.

4. Heat 3 inches of vegetable oil in a deep, heavy pot over medium-high heat until it is 365 degrees F.

5. Spoon 1/4 c. batter into the oil for each fritter. Make about three at a time so that the pot isn't crowded.

6. Fry fritters for 3 minutes or until lightly browned, and turn over. Cook 1 more minute.

7. Drain the fritters on paper towels.

8. Serve warm with hot red pepper sauce and wedges of lime.

Tips & Warnings

• A frying thermometer is almost essential for deep-frying.

• You can strain the oil afterwards and use it again (for frying only) if it hasn't gotten too dark.