Ingredients:

  • 1 cup (120g) cornmeal
  • 1/2 cup (60g) all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 cup (240ml) water or milk (dairy or non-dairy)
  • 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil (or butter)
  • 1/4 cup (15g) fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
  • Vegetable oil (for frying, enough to fill a skillet up to 1 inch deep)

Instructions:

  1. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
  2. Add finely chopped onions and sauté until golden and soft (about 5-7 minutes). Set aside to cool slightly.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, combine cornmeal, flour, baking powder, salt, and pepper.
  4. Gradually mix in water or milk until a thick batter forms.
  5. Stir in the sautéed onions (and parsley, if using) until evenly incorporated.
  6. In the same skillet, heat enough vegetable oil over medium-high heat (about 350°F or 175°C) until shimmering.
  7. Drop spoonfuls of the batter into the hot oil, flattening slightly to form fritters.
  8. Fry until golden brown on one side (about 3-4 minutes), then flip and cook for another 2-3 minutes.
  9. Remove fritters with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.
  10. Serve hot, garnished with fresh herbs if desired.