Celery Fritters with Apple Sauce

1. 1 Celeriacpack 500 g ≈ $2.50 150 g
2. 2 Soy sauce 17 ml
3. 3 Wheat flour 20 g
4. 4 Sunflower oil 10 ml
5. 5 Apples≈ $3.50 per kg 150 g
6. 6 Wasabi pasteNot in every store: Walmart, Kroger, Costco, Target, Trader Joe's, Safeway, Whole Foods 30 g

Grey rows are pantry staples: salt, oil, spices. They are not counted in the serving price.

Method

1. Cube the apples⁵, add equal parts water, and a splash of soy sauce. Simmer until the apples are tender.

2. Blend the apple⁵ mixture into a smooth purée and let it cool.

3. Peel and finely grate the celery¹. Mix in flour, adding a little water if needed, then shape into small patties.

4. Fry in hot oil over medium heat for 4–5 minutes per side until golden and crisp.

5. Stir wasabi into the cooled apple⁵ sauce. Serve with the fritters.