Alligator Claws Avocado Fritters With Chipotle Lime Dip Recipe

Ingredients for Alligator Claws Avocado Fritters With Chipotle Lime Dip

• 1/2 cup crème fraîche (or vegan sour cream)
• Lime, Zest Of
• Lime, Juice Of
• Ground Chipotle Chile Pepper
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 cup ice water
• Hass Avocadoes
• Olive Oil
• 1/4 teaspoon salt

How to Make Alligator Claws Avocado Fritters With Chipotle Lime Dip

1. Combine 1 cup all-purpose flour and 1 cup ice water in a bowl. Whisk until smooth. Let the batter rest for 15 minutes.
2. Cut 2 ripe avocados into 1/2 inch thick wedges, resembling claws.
3. Gently dip each avocado wedge into the batter, ensuring it's fully coated.
4. Heat 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
5. Carefully place the battered avocado wedges in the hot oil and fry for 2-3 minutes per side, until golden brown and crispy.
6. Remove the fritters from the skillet and place them on a wire rack to drain excess oil.
7. For the chipotle lime dip: In a bowl, combine 1/2 cup crème fraîche (or vegan sour cream), 2 tablespoons lime juice, 1 tablespoon finely chopped chipotle peppers in adobo sauce (adjust to your spice preference), and 1/4 teaspoon salt.
8. Stir until well combined. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
9. Serve the warm avocado fritters immediately with the chipotle lime dip. Garnish with fresh cilantro or lime wedges (optional).
10. Enjoy these unique and flavorful fritters!