Khubiz Eroog – Kuwaiti “Veins Bread” Vegetable Fritters
Khubiz Eroog – Kuwaiti “Veins Bread” Vegetable Fritters
DaloolsKitchen
4-6
20 minutes
15 minutes
292
Kuwaiti Cuisine
Appetizer
In Kuwait, there’s a special kind of fritter we call “Veins Bread” — though it’s not bread at all. The name comes from the colorful ribbons of vegetables that weave through the batter, crisping into delicate patterns as they fry. Made with zucchini, carrots, onions, and fresh herbs, Khubiz Eroog is seasoned with cumin, turmeric, and curry powder, then shallow-fried until golden and crisp on the edges, tender in the center.
It’s one of those recipes that brings people together — found on breakfast tables, served as a side dish or appetizer at dinner, or enjoyed as a snack between meals.
In Ramadan, it’s a favorite alongside soups and salads when breaking the fast. While it shares similarities with Indian pakoras, this Kuwaiti version uses all-purpose flour and a medley of fresh herbs for its own distinctive flavor and texture.
Simple, comforting, and bursting with color, it’s a dish that feels like home with every bite.
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Ingredients
- 1 cup (120 g) all-purpose flour
- 2 tbsp cornstarch
- 1 tsp baking powder (optional, for extra lightness)
- 2 medium zucchini, grated
- 1 medium carrot, grated
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped or grated
- 2–3 green onions, finely chopped (optional)
- ¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped
- ¼ cup fresh coriander, chopped
- 2 tbsp fresh dill, chopped
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- ½ tsp ground turmeric
- 1 tsp curry powder
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
- Water, as needed to form a thick batter
- Oil, for shallow frying
Directions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine flour, cornstarch, baking powder (if using), cumin, turmeric, curry powder, salt, and pepper.
- Add grated zucchini, carrot, onion, green onions, parsley, coriander, and dill. Mix to combine.
- Gradually add water, a little at a time, until you have a thick but spoonable batter that holds together.
- Heat about 1 cm of oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Drop spoonfuls of the batter into the hot oil, flattening slightly with the back of the spoon.
- Fry for 2–3 minutes per side, or until golden brown and crisp on the edges.
- Remove and drain on paper towels.
- Serve hot, with your favorite dipping sauce or alongside a main meal.