Crispy Spinach and Cheese Fritters

Ingredients

• 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
• 1 small onion
• 3 garlic cloves
• 8 oz frozen spinach
• 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/2 tsp baking powder
• 1 large egg
• 1/3 cup sparkling water
• 1 cup shredded cheese
• 1/2 tsp sweet smoked Spanish paprika
• sea salt
• freshly cracked black pepper
• 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
• 2 garlic cloves
• 1/4 tsp saffron threads
• sea salt
• 1/2 cup mayonnaise
• 1 tsp dijon mustard
• 1 tsp fresh lemon juice
• 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil