This recipe is based on a Sicilian street food called “Panelle” and here there is a great variation of panelle made with herb and spring onion and a touch of vegan parmesan. They are absolutely delicious and super easy to make!
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To make the fritters you will first need two large rectangles of baking parchment. Have these ready but set to one side.
Pour the water into a large saucepan and bring to the boil. Reduce to a simmer. Add the olive oil and sea salt, then gradually add the gram flour, whisking constantly to prevent lumps. As soon as all the gram flour has been incorporated, immediately remove the pan from the heat. Quickly stir in the spring onions, Parmesan and chopped herbs. Pour the mixture on to one of the sheets of baking parchment. Place the other sheet on top. Use a rolling pin over the top layer to roll the mixture to a thickness of about a quarter centimetre. Leave to cool and harden.
Using a pastry cutter, cut rounds out of the cooled batter. Alternatively, cut the batter into strips or triangles using a sharp knife.
Pour olive oil into a large frying pan to a depth of about half a centimeter and place over a medium heat. Once the oil is hot, carefully place the fritters into the pan. You will need to cook them in batches.
Cook the fritters for around 3 minutes per side, until golden brown and crispy. Drain on kitchen paper and serve hot (although, in the unlikely event that you end up with any left over fritters, they are also very good cold!)
By VeggieSouls
