Okoy (Filipino Vegetable Fritters) - Video

Okoy (Vegetable Fritters)

400 grams squash, julienned
1 large carrot, julienned
2 onions, sliced
250 grams shrimp, peeled and chopped
1/2 cup to 1 cup rice flour or all purpose flour for dredging
cooking oil for frying

Batter:
1 cup rice flour or all purpose flour
1 cup cornstarch
1 tsp salt
1 tsp annatto powder
1 pc shrimp or chicken broth cube
ground black pepper
1 & 1/2 cup water

1. Julienne the squash and carrot using a mandoline or knife.
2. In a large bowl, add the julienned vegetables and the chopped shrimp. Add about a cup of rice flour or all purpose flour and toss making sure the pieces are coated. Set aside.
3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the batter ingredients.
4. Heat cooking oil in a deep frying pan over medium high heat.
5. Place about a cup of the vegetable mixture in a small plate, making around shape. Drizzle a few tablespoon of the batter around it.
6. Carefully slide in the hot cooking oil and form into a patty shape. Cook for about 3 minutes each side or until golden brown.
7. Remove from pan and place on a wire rack to let excess oil drip off. Serve with spiced vinegar dipping sauce.

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