Lgeimat: Saffron and Cardamom Fritters

Ingredients (18)

• For the Syrup:
• 1 cup sugar
• 1/2 cup water
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 1/2 teaspoon cardamom
• 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
• 1 teaspoon saffron
• Pinch of salt
• For the Fritters:
• 2 cups all purpose flour
• 1 tablespoon baking powder
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 tablespoon sugar
• 1 cup full-fat yogurt (Greek-style)
• 1 egg
• 4 cups canola oil (or enough to measure a depth of 2 inches, for frying)
• Garnish: strips of lemon rind