Crispy Pea Fritters | America's Test Kitchen

Ingredients

• 2½ ounces Pecorino Romano cheese , cut into rough 1-inch chunks
• 1 pound frozen peas , thawed, divided
• 1 large egg , lightly beaten
• 3 garlic cloves , chopped
• 1½ teaspoons red pepper flakes
• 1 teaspoon table salt
• ¾ teaspoon pepper
• ½ cup chopped fresh cilantro
• 4 scallions , sliced thin
• ⅓ cup all-purpose flour
• ½ cup peanut or vegetable oil for frying