PALEO PEAR FRITTERS

Pears are my number one favorite fruit with which to cook. They’re so naturally-sweet, have a great texture, and are low in natural food chemicals, such as salicylates. This pear recipe is for when you need something absolutely indulgent but you’re not willing to compromise on nutritious ingredients. It’s a fan favorite and a pear-fect recipe for cool autumn days when pears are in season.

PALEO PEAR FRITTERS RECIPE

FOR THE FRITTERS

Ingredients:

  • 1 large pear peeled and chopped

  • 3/4 cup tigernut flour

  • 1/4 cup plantain flour

  • 1/2 tsp baking soda

  • 1/2 tsp vanilla powder

  • 1 tsp cinnamon

  • 1 tsp lemon juice

  • 1 egg (substitute 1 tbsp gelatin for AIP elimination)

  • 1/4 cup maple syrup

  • Olive oil for frying

Directions:

  • Pour several inches of olive oil into a pot and heat on medium

  • In a mixing bowl, whisk egg until yolk and white are combined

  • Add lemon juice and maple syrup and whisk until combined

  • In a separate mixing bowl, combine tigernut flour, plantain flour, baking soda, vanilla, and cinnamon

  • Pour egg mixture into the dry mixture and combine

  • Add water as needed to form a sticky dough

  • Use an ice cream scooper to scoop dough into hot oil

  • Flip fritter in oil to cook both sides throughly until browned

FOR THE GLAZE

Ingredients:

  • 1/3 maple syrup

  • 2 tbsp arrowroot flour

  • 2 tsp olive oil

Directions:

  • Blend all ingredients in a deep bowl/cup with an immersion blender until smooth and slightly thick

  • Glaze fritters as desired and/or use for dipping

  • Enjoy!

Pears, tiger nuts, and plantains are all great sources of dietary fiber. Fiber is a part of plant foods that the human body does not digest nor absorb. However, as it passes through the digestive tract, it imparts several important health benefits. Fiber may help to maintain healthy bowel movements, may help to lower cholesterol, and may aid in preventing blood sugar spikes after meals.

NUTRITION NOTE