The Seder rituals and readings before the Passover meal can seem endless on an empty stomach. These fritters make a nice appetizer to serve while waiting for the guests to arrive. They also constitute a satisfying lunch later in the week.

QUINOA FRITTERS WITH LEMON-HORSERADISH MAYONNAISE

Start to finish: 30 minutes.

===INGREDIENTS===
For the mayonnaise:
  * 1/2 cup mayonnaise (regular or light)
  * 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  * 1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley, plus more for garnish
  * 11/2 teaspoons jarred horseradish
  * 1/8 teaspoon salt
  * 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
  * 1/2 teaspoon finely grated lemon zest

For the fritters:
  * 2 tablespoons plus 1/2 cup canola oil, divided
  * 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
  * 1 large clove garlic, minced
  * 1 cup mashed potatoes
  * 2 eggs, beaten
  * 2 cups cooked quinoa
  * 1/4 cup matzo meal
  * 2 tablespoons minced parsley
  * 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  * 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper

===DIRECTIONS===
  - To make the mayonnaise, in a medium bowl whisk together the mayonnaise, lemon juice, parsley, horseradish, salt, pepper and all but a pinch of the lemon zest. Spoon into a small ramekin and garnish with additional parsley and the remaining zest. Set aside.
  - To make the fritters, in a large skillet over medium-high, heat 2 tablespoons of the oil. Add the onions and saute until softened and lightly browned, about 8 minutes. Add the garlic and cook for 1 minute. Transfer the onion mixture to a bowl to cool slightly.
  - Wipe the skillet with a paper towel and set aside.
  - In a large bowl, use a fork to mix together the mashed potatoes and eggs. Stir in the quinoa, matzo meal, parsley, salt, pepper and the sauteed onion mixture.
  - Return the skillet to the burner over medium-high. Add the remaining 1/2 cup of oil and heat until very hot but not smoking.
  - One at a time, scoop the fritter mixture into balls about 2 tablespoons each. Place 4 or 5 balls in the skillet, then use a lightly oiled spatula to gently flatted them. Cook until golden brown and crisp on the bottom, about 2 minutes.
  - Flip the fritters and cook for an additional 2 minutes, then transfer to paper towels to drain. Repeat with remaining fritters. Serve the fritters with the mayonnaise.

Makes 16 to 18 fritters.

tags: Passover, vegetarian, pareve

source: http://www.dailynewstribune.com/lifestyle/food_and_dining/x575725668/Quinoa-fritters-make-great-pre-Seder-snack