SPINACH AND PEA FRITTERS
As a vegetable-forward weeknight meal, these spinach fritters have it all: sweet peas, gooey cheese and crispy bits. Made from thawed, frozen peas and spinach, the work is minimal. If you'd like to use fresh peas and spinach, you'll need to quickly blanch and drain them first. Fresh mozzarella adds a pleasant creaminess, but goat cheese or feta would work, too. Serve these over quinoa or rice, or top with a poached or fried egg for brunch.
Provided by Samantha Seneviratne
Categories brunch, dinner, lunch, finger foods, vegetables, appetizer, main course, side dish
Time 25m
Yield 4 servings (about 12 fritters)
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Squeeze the excess water out of the spinach and set aside. (You should have about 1 cup of prepped spinach.) Line a plate with paper towels.
- In a large bowl, beat together the eggs, garlic, 3/4 teaspoon salt and the red-pepper flakes. Fold in the peas and reserved spinach, being sure to break up the spinach to help it distribute evenly. Add the flour, cheese, herbs, lemon zest and baking powder, and fold to combine evenly.
- In a large nonstick skillet, heat 1/4 cup oil over medium-high. Add 4 (1/4-cup) scoops of the fritter mixture into the hot oil and press them down into 1/4-inch-thick patties. Fry until golden brown and cooked through, 2 to 3 minutes per side. Transfer to the prepared plate to drain; season with salt.
- Repeat with the remaining vegetable mixture and oil as necessary. Garnish fritters with additional herbs and serve with yogurt.
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Hamda Humid
h96@hotmail.comWow! These fritters are amazing. I love the crispy texture and the flavorful filling. I will definitely be making these again.
Sohail golo
sohail31@gmail.comI made these fritters for my friends, and they loved them. They said they were the best fritters they've ever had.
Hunterfrye55
hunterfrye55@hotmail.co.ukThese fritters are a great way to sneak some vegetables into your kids' diet. They'll never know they're eating spinach and peas!
Muhammed
muhammed@yahoo.comI'm not a big fan of spinach, but I loved these fritters. The peas and feta cheese really balance out the spinach flavor.
Mario cutajar
c-mario@yahoo.comThese fritters are a great way to use up leftover rice. I always have some leftover rice in my fridge, so this recipe is perfect for me.
Solar
solar@gmail.comI love that these fritters are made with whole wheat flour. It makes them a healthier choice.
Miss Cherry
cherry66@gmail.comThese fritters are a great party appetizer. They're easy to make ahead of time, and they're always a hit.
Osmatic filmz
filmz.osmatic94@aol.comI'm always looking for new vegetarian recipes, and these fritters fit the bill perfectly.
David Edosomwan
david60@hotmail.co.ukThese fritters are a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.
Muhammad rafeeq Rafeeq
m_rafeeq@gmail.comI would definitely make these fritters again. They're a great way to use up leftover spinach and peas.
Adrian Olivares
o@gmail.comOverall, I thought these fritters were pretty good. They're a nice, easy weeknight meal.
James Mazziotta
j-m@gmail.comThese fritters were a little too crumbly for my taste. I think I'll try using a different type of flour next time.
ahmad kazmi
ahmadkazmi@hotmail.frI found these fritters to be a bit too oily. I think I'll try using less oil next time.
Wesley Nichols
wesley34@gmail.comThese fritters were a little bland for my taste. I think I'll add some more herbs and spices next time.
sojib ahmed 43
43.s@gmail.comI wasn't sure how I would like these fritters, but I was pleasantly surprised. They're so light and fluffy, and the flavor is amazing.
Stanley Onwa
stanleyonwa@hotmail.frI love that these fritters are baked instead of fried. It makes them a healthier option, but they're still just as crispy and flavorful.
Mansour Mir Hussaini
m24@gmail.comThese fritters are so delicious and versatile. I've served them as an appetizer, a main course, and even a side dish. They're always a hit.
Bashir Olie
o_bashir55@yahoo.comI've made these fritters several times now, and they're always a crowd-pleaser. They're perfect for a quick and easy weeknight meal.
Ansari Bhai
b_ansari@hotmail.frThese fritters were a hit with my family! They're so easy to make, and they're packed with flavor. I loved the combination of spinach, peas, and feta cheese.