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Crispy smoked gouda fritters served with balsamic honey mustard dipping sauce

Smoked Gouda Fritters with Balsamic Honey Mustard Dipping Sauce

Crispy on the outside, gooey on the inside, these Smoked Gouda Fritters are paired with a sweet and tangy balsamic honey mustard dipping sauce, making them the perfect appetizer for any gathering.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Fritters
  • 1 cup smoked gouda cheese, shredded
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup cornmeal
  • 1/4 cup finely chopped green onions
  • 1/2 cup buttermilk
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Oil for frying (vegetable or canola) About 1 inch in frying pan
For the Balsamic Honey Mustard Dipping Sauce
  • 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
  • A pinch of salt and pepper

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine the shredded smoked gouda, flour, cornmeal, and green onions. Set aside.
  2. In another bowl, beat the buttermilk and egg together. Add this to the dry mixture and stir until just combined—the batter will be a little lumpy, and that’s totally fine!
  3. Add baking powder, salt, and pepper to taste, mixing gently.
Cooking
  1. Heat about 1 inch of oil in a frying pan over medium heat. You can test if it’s hot enough by dropping a small dollop of batter in; it should sizzle.
  2. Carefully drop spoonfuls of the batter into the hot oil—do not overcrowd the pan! Fry them until they turn a lovely golden brown, about 2-3 minutes on each side.
  3. Once cooked, place them on a paper towel-lined plate to absorb the excess oil.
Make the Sauce
  1. In a small bowl, mix together the balsamic vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Your dipping sauce is ready!

Notes

Fritters are best enjoyed warm. If you have leftovers, store in an airtight container in the fridge. To reheat, use the oven to maintain crispiness.