Description
These latkes offer a delicious Greek twist, filled with feta and spinach, and perfectly complemented by a dollop of tzatziki.
Ingredients
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- 3 oz (85 g) spinach, stems removed, chopped (about 4 cups)
- 2 leeks, white parts only, thinly sliced
- 1/2 tsp kosher salt
- 4 scallions, thinly sliced (about 1/2 cup)
- 1 lb (450 g) russet potatoes, peeled and grated
- 3 large eggs
- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup (75 g) crumbled feta cheese
- 1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper
- 1 1/2 tbsp (22 ml) vegetable oil, plus more for frying
- Tzatziki sauce, for serving
Instructions
- Heat 1 1/2 tbsp vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the spinach and cook until wilted, 1 to 2 minutes. Transfer to a colander set in a large bowl; refrigerate until cold, about 15 minutes.
- In the same skillet, add the leeks and a pinch of salt. Cook over medium heat until soft, about 5 minutes. Add the scallions and cook for another 2 minutes. Transfer to the colander with the spinach and let cool.
- Meanwhile, grate the potatoes and squeeze out as much liquid as possible using a clean kitchen towel. Transfer the potatoes to a large bowl.
- Beat the eggs in a small bowl and add to the potatoes along with the flour, feta, pepper, and the cooled spinach mixture. Mix until well combined.
- Heat 1/4 inch of vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Working in batches, drop heaping tbsp of the potato mixture into the skillet, flattening them slightly with a spatula. Cook until golden brown and crisp, about 3 to 4 minutes per side.
- Transfer the latkes to a paper towel-lined plate to drain. Serve warm with tzatziki sauce.
Notes
- For best results, ensure the potatoes are well-drained to prevent soggy latkes.
- You can prepare the spinach and leek mixture ahead of time and store it in the refrigerator.
- Serve the latkes immediately for the best texture.
- They can be reheated in a 350°F oven for 10 minutes if needed.
- Prep Time: 40 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Cuisine: Greek
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 latke
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 2
- Sodium: 250
- Fat: 8
- Carbohydrates: 15
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 5
- Cholesterol: 55