Savory Gotland Lamb Herb Fritters with a Rustic Twist
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Ingredients
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400 grams Gotland lamb mince
(Freshly minced preferred for better texture)
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20 grams Fresh parsley
(Chopped finely)
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10 grams Fresh Thyme
(Leaves stripped from stems)
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50 grams Chopped shallots
(Approximately one medium shallot)
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2 cloves Garlic cloves
(Minced finely)
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50 grams All-purpose flour
(For binding the mixture)
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1 large Egg
(Beaten, helps bind ingredients)
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1 tsp Salt
(Adjust to taste)
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0.5 tsp Black pepper
(Freshly ground preferred)
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3 tbsp Olive oil
(For frying)
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100 grams Greek Yogurt
(To serve with fritters, optional but recommended)
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1 tsp Lemon zest
(Adds brightness, optional)
(Freshly minced preferred for better texture)
(Chopped finely)
(Leaves stripped from stems)
(Approximately one medium shallot)
(Minced finely)
(For binding the mixture)
(Beaten, helps bind ingredients)
(Adjust to taste)
(Freshly ground preferred)
(For frying)
(To serve with fritters, optional but recommended)
(Adds brightness, optional)
Nutrition
- Servings: 4
- Serving Size: 3 fritters per serving
- Calories: 390 kcal
- Carbohydrates: 14 g
- Protein: 32 g
- Fat: 24 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Sugar: 1.5 g
- Sodium: 560 mg
- Cholesterol: 110 mg
- Calcium: 60 mg
- Iron: 3.2 mg
Instructions
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1 - Prep Ingredients:
Finely chop parsley, strip thyme from stems, mince garlic cloves, and finely chop shallots.
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2 - Make Lamb Mixture:
In a large bowl, combine Gotland lamb mince, parsley, thyme, shallots, garlic, flour, beaten egg, salt, pepper, and optional lemon zest. Mix until fully incorporated but avoid overworking.
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3 - Shape Fritters:
Form the mixture into small evenly sized patties or fritters about 2.5 inches in diameter.
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4 - Cook Fritters:
Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Fry fritters 3-4 minutes per side until they are golden brown and cooked through. Drain on paper towels.
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5 - Serve:
Serve warm fritters with a dollop of Greek yogurt for a zesty contrast.
Finely chop parsley, strip thyme from stems, mince garlic cloves, and finely chop shallots.
In a large bowl, combine Gotland lamb mince, parsley, thyme, shallots, garlic, flour, beaten egg, salt, pepper, and optional lemon zest. Mix until fully incorporated but avoid overworking.
Form the mixture into small evenly sized patties or fritters about 2.5 inches in diameter.
Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Fry fritters 3-4 minutes per side until they are golden brown and cooked through. Drain on paper towels.
Serve warm fritters with a dollop of Greek yogurt for a zesty contrast.
More About: Savory Gotland Lamb Herb Fritters with a Rustic Twist
Gotland Lamb Herb Fritters
Gotland Lamb Herb Fritters are an exquisite taste of Swedish culinary heritage made from authentically sourced Gotland lamb, known for its rich flavor and tender texture derived from the island's unique pasturelands. These fritters blend freshly chopped herbs—parsley and thyme—with fragrant shallots and garlic, embodying traditional Nordic simplicity married with fresh, seasonal ingredients.
The fritters are gently pan-fried to create a golden crust that locks in the juicy, savory lamb filling. A dollop of Greek yogurt contrasts the dish with creamy, tangy freshness enhancing the aromatic profile.
This recipe is perfect for those who appreciate intermediate cooking challenges and desire to explore northern Swedish flavors at home. The use of natural Gotland lamb lends these fritters a distinctive quality rare outside Sweden. They are often served at festive gatherings but equally make an inviting appetizer or snack year-round.
Tips for success include using high-quality lamb mince and carefully not overworking the mixture to keep fritters tender. Also, balancing the fresh herbs sharply lifts the dish, and including optional lemon zest brightens the flavors further.
Culinarily, these fritters are part of a broader Scandinavian tradition where locally sourced meats and garden herbs play critical roles in shaping hearty, nature-inspired fare that bonds families and communities to their roots. Their soulful taste is a celebration of rustic Swedish pastoral life intertwined with confident yet straightforward cooking techniques.
Experiment with serving Gotland Lamb Herb Fritters alongside crisp root vegetable salads or rye bread to pay homage to the Nordic table fully. Venture to source authentic Gotland lamb where available or substitute with grass-fed lamb for a near faithful experience.
