# Components:
→ Vegetables
01 - 2 cups pumpkin, peeled and grated
02 - 1 small onion, finely chopped
03 - 2 garlic cloves, minced
→ Binders & Fillers
04 - 1/2 cup breadcrumbs, plus extra for coating
05 - 1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese
06 - 1 large egg, lightly beaten
→ Spices & Seasonings
07 - 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
08 - 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
09 - 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
10 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
11 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
→ For Frying
12 - 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
13 - Vegetable oil, for shallow frying
# Directions:
01 - Place grated pumpkin in a clean kitchen towel and squeeze out excess moisture.
02 - In a large bowl, thoroughly mix pumpkin, onion, garlic, breadcrumbs, Parmesan, egg, cumin, smoked paprika, nutmeg, salt, and pepper until the mixture is cohesive.
03 - Form the mixture into small nuggets, each using approximately 1 tablespoon of filling.
04 - Roll each nugget in panko breadcrumbs for an even coating.
05 - Pour enough vegetable oil into a large skillet to achieve a 1/2 inch depth, then heat over medium-high setting.
06 - Working in batches, fry the nuggets, turning occasionally, until golden and crisp, about 3 to 4 minutes on each side.
07 - Remove nuggets with a slotted spoon, drain briefly on paper towels, and serve warm.
