Beef and Spinach Fritters |
|
 |
Prep Time: 20 Minutes Cook Time: 20 Minutes |
Ready In: 40 Minutes Servings: 14 |
|
Based on a recipe from an article in Bon Appetit's May 1985 issues called The Exciting Flavors of Tunisia by Copeland Marks. Ingredients:
4 1/2 white bread, slices, crusts trimmed |
1 lb spinach, stemmed and insed, do not dry |
2 lbs ground beef |
1/4 cup finely chopped onion |
2 eggs, beaten to blend |
2 teaspoons salt |
1 teaspoon fresh ground pepper |
1 large garlic clove, minced |
all-purpose flour |
olive oil (for deep frying) |
Directions:
1. Moisten bread with water; squeeze dry. Chop finely and set aside.
2. Cook spinach in heavy large skillet over high heat and stir until wilted. Cool slightly; squeeze dry. Finely chop.
3. In medium bowl, mix spinach, beef, bread, onion, eggs, salt, pepper and garlic.
4. Shape into 14 patties (about 1/2 cup each).
5. Dredge in flour, shaking off excess.
6. Heat oil in heavy large skillet over medium-high heat.
7. Add patties and fry until crisp on outside and cooked through.
8. Serve immediately.
|
|