Greek Tomato & Onion Fritters are crispy, golden fritters made with juicy tomatoes, onions, fresh herbs, and a light flour batter. Inspired by the famous Greek Domatokeftedes, these fritters are packed with fresh Mediterranean flavours and are best served with creamy Greek yogurt and a drizzle of chilli oil.

What are Greek Tomato & Onion Fritters?

Greek Tomato & Onion Fritters are savoury vegetable fritters where chopped tomatoes and onions are combined with fresh herbs and a light batter before being fried until crisp. The tomatoes become jammy while the outside turns beautifully golden.

It is perfect for:

● Appetisers
● Evening snacks
● Party platters
● Brunch
● Mediterranean-style meals

The crispy exterior and juicy, herb-filled centre make these fritters incredibly addictive.

Main Ingredients of Greek Tomato & Onion Fritters:

For the Fritters

1. 2 Large Tomatoes, finely chopped

2. 1 Large Onion, finely chopped

3. 2 Spring Onions, finely chopped

4. ¼ cup Fresh Basil, chopped

5. ¼ cup Fresh Mint, chopped

6. ½ cup Rice Flour

7. ¼ cup All-Purpose Flour

8. 1 tsp Salt

9. 1 tsp Garlic Powder

10. 1 tsp Onion Powder

11. Oil, for frying

For Serving

1. ½ cup Greek Yogurt

2. 1 tbsp Chilli Oil

What Is So Special About Greek Tomato & Onion Fritters?

These fritters rely on fresh tomatoes and herbs to create a naturally juicy filling while the rice flour helps develop an extra crispy crust. Paired with cool Greek yogurt and spicy chilli oil, every bite is fresh, creamy, and crunchy.

Quick and Easy Greek Tomato & Onion Fritters:

Made with simple pantry staples and fresh vegetables, these fritters come together in under 30 minutes and are perfect for entertaining or quick snacks.

How to Make Greek Tomato & Onion Fritters

Step 1: Prepare the Batter

1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the chopped tomatoes, onion, spring onion, basil, and mint.

2. Add the rice flour, all-purpose flour, salt, garlic powder, and onion powder.

3. Mix well until everything comes together into a thick batter. If needed, let the mixture rest for 5 minutes to allow the vegetables to release their moisture.

Step 2: Fry the Fritters

1. Heat oil in a frying pan over medium heat.

2. Spoon portions of the batter into the hot oil.

3. Flatten slightly using the back of a spoon.

4. Fry for 2–3 minutes per side until golden brown and crispy.

5. Transfer to a plate lined with paper towels.

Step 3: Serve

1. Arrange the fritters on a serving plate.

2. Serve with Greek yogurt.

3. Finish with a drizzle of chilli oil.

4. Enjoy immediately while hot and crispy.

Expert Tips

1. Remove excess seeds from very juicy tomatoes if needed.

2. Don't overcrowd the pan while frying.

3. Rice flour gives the fritters an extra crispy texture.

4. Fry over medium heat so the vegetables cook through.

5. Serve immediately for maximum crispiness.

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Greek Tomato & Onion Fritters

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Category

Appetiser / Snack

Servings

4

Prep Time

15 minutes

Cook Time

15 minutes

Calories

180

Make crispy Greek Tomato & Onion Fritters with fresh tomatoes, herbs, and a light rice flour batter. Served with Greek yogurt and chilli oil, they're the perfect Mediterranean-inspired appetiser or snack.

Author:

Samridh

Ingredients

Fritters

• 2 large tomatoes, finely chopped

• 1 large onion, finely chopped

• 2 spring onions, finely chopped

• ¼ cup fresh basil, chopped

• ¼ cup fresh mint, chopped

• ½ cup rice flour

• ¼ cup all-purpose flour

• 1 tsp salt

• 1 tsp garlic powder

• 1 tsp onion powder

• Oil, for frying

Serving

• ½ cup Greek yogurt

• 1 tbsp chilli oil

Directions

1. Mix the tomatoes, onions, herbs, flours, and seasonings into a thick batter.

2. Fry spoonfuls in hot oil until crisp and golden on both sides.

3. Serve with Greek yogurt and chilli oil.

Recipe Note

If the batter feels too wet because of the tomatoes, simply add an extra tablespoon of rice flour. This helps the fritters hold their shape while keeping them light and crispy.