Leek Fritters (Prassokeftedes) Recipe

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Ingredients:

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2 large potatoes, peeled and cubed
2 lbs leeks, white and light green parts, halved, washed and thinly sliced
2 large eggs, lightly beaten
1/2 cup breadcrumbs (from stale bread)
1 tsp salt
fresh ground black pepper
2 tbsp fresh oregano leaves (or 1 tsp dried )
1/3 cup olive oil, for frying (i try to use as little as possible, the greek way is to use a lot)

Directions:

Place the potatoes with enough water to cover by two inches, add a little salt and bring to a boil; then simmer until soft-about ten minutes, depending upon the size of your potato pieces.
Drain and place in a large bowl.
Place the leeks in a steamer over two inches of boiling water and cover and steam for about 10 minutes.
Remove and allow to cool slightly.
Preheat oven to 200°F.
Mash the potatoes until smooth and creamy; add the leeks and combine.
Add in the eggs, bread crumbs, salt and pepper and the oregano and mix well.
Heat oil in a large heavy skillet over medium high heat.
Drop in about 2 tablespoons of the mixture for each kefte and flatten slightly with the back of a spoon.
Fry in batches, about three minutes a side, until keftes are golden.
Remove to paper towels on racks to drain and then keep warm in the oven.
Serve warm.

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Nutrition Facts

Per Serving Per 100 g

Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories	211.27 Kcal (885 kJ)
Calories from fat	95.72 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	10.64g	16%
Cholesterol	46.5mg	16%
Sodium	377.11mg	16%
Potassium	332.49mg	7%
Total Carbs	25.25g	8%
Sugars	6.14g	25%
Dietary Fiber	3.44g	14%
Protein	4.85g	10%
Vitamin C	14.3mg	24%
Vitamin A	0.3mg	11%
Iron	3mg	17%
Calcium	90.8mg	9%

Amount Per 100 g
Calories	115.28 Kcal (483 kJ)
Calories from fat	52.23 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	5.8g	16%
Cholesterol	25.37mg	16%
Sodium	205.77mg	16%
Potassium	181.42mg	7%
Total Carbs	13.78g	8%
Sugars	3.35g	25%
Dietary Fiber	1.88g	14%
Protein	2.65g	10%
Vitamin C	7.8mg	24%
Vitamin A	0.2mg	11%
Iron	1.7mg	17%
Calcium	49.6mg	9%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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