"Fish Fritters Are Usually Fried..."

What are fish fritters?

A variety of fried foods use the word "-fritter-". The word is from the Latin frictura which means frying. Yes, they are fried food.

If you have ever ordered fish and chips in the UK from a fish and chip shop, then you know that there are optional extras which are called *fritters* and may consist of apple, peas, or pineapple fried in a batter.

Mix any cold cooked flaked fish with an equal quantity of mashed potatoes, seasoning with grated onion.

Make into a paste with beaten egg, shape into balls, dredge with flour, and fry in deep fat.

Dip in egg and crumbs before frying if desired.