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Golden veggie fritters

25 min 4 adults, 1 small eater Vegetarian
Tested on Norah
Golden veggie fritters
Cooking for a little one aged

At 9 months babies are working on their pincer grip. Soft finger strips and small pieces both work.

Age is a guide. Readiness, texture and allergens matter more than the number.

For the family

Makes about 12 fritters.

4
  • 2 medium
  • 1 large
  • 150 g
  • 3
  • 2
  • 80 g
  • 2 tbsp
  • ½ tsp
  • ½ tsp
  • 60 g
IronGood source
Keeps3 days chilled
FreezesYes, 2 months

For little ones

Same mix, set aside before the salt and chilli.

Set aside about a quarter of the mix before adding salt and chilli. Cook it as two small fritters a little longer so they hold together, then let them cool.

Finger-length stripsCut into strips about the size of your little finger.

They should squash easily between your thumb and finger. If not, they are too firm. A little crumbled feta is fine from now on in small amounts.

EggWheatDairy, if serving feta

Check allergens and your child's feeding readiness before serving. Feeding notes are Emily's own and are not medical advice.

Method

  1. Grate the zucchini and carrot. Squeeze the zucchini hard in a clean tea towel until it stops dripping.
  2. Mix the vegetables, corn and spring onion in a large bowl. Beat in the eggs, then stir in the flour until just combined.
    Little one · Take out the little one's portion now, before the salt and chilli go in.
  3. Season the family mix with salt and chilli flakes.
  4. Heat the oil in a wide pan over medium heat. Drop in heaped spoonfuls and flatten gently.2 min
    Little one · Cook the little one's fritters a minute longer so they hold together.
  5. Fry for 3 to 4 minutes a side until golden. Keep warm on a plate while you finish the batch.4 min
  6. Serve the family fritters with crumbled feta and a squeeze of lemon.
    Little one · Cool, then cut into finger-length strips.
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