Leek and Walnut Fritters

Vegetarian
Dairy Free
Health score
2%
Leek and Walnut Fritters
45 min.
24
115kcal

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Looking for a delicious and versatile vegetarian option that can elevate any meal? Look no further than these Leek and Walnut Fritters! Perfect as a side dish, antipasti, starter, or snack, these fritters are not only dairy-free but also packed with a delightful combination of flavors and textures. With a preparation time of just 45 minutes, you can easily whip up a batch of these tasty treats for any occasion.

Each fritter boasts a crispy exterior and a tender, flavorful interior, thanks to the blend of freshly chopped leeks and walnuts. The addition of panko Japanese breadcrumbs ensures a light and crispy coating that elevates these fritters to a whole new level of deliciousness. The recipe calls for simple ingredients such as eggs, lemon juice, baking powder, salt, and pepper, which together create a well-balanced taste that will have your taste buds dancing with joy.

The process of making these fritters is both straightforward and rewarding. Begin by cooking the leeks to the perfect tenderness, then blend them into a coarse paste and mix with the remaining ingredients to form the fritter patties. Fry them to golden perfection, and you'll have a mouthwatering treat that's sure to impress your friends and family.

With a nutritional breakdown that includes a good balance of protein, fat, and carbohydrates, these Leek and Walnut Fritters are a guilt-free indulgence. So why not give them a try and discover a new favorite that's sure to become a staple in your culinary repertoire?

Ingredients

  • 24 servings available in the asian foods section of some supermarkets and at asian markets 
  • teaspoons double-acting baking powder 
  • 0.5 teaspoon pepper black freshly ground
  • large eggs beaten to blend
  • 12 cups leek white green chopped ( and pale parts only; 10 medium)
  • 0.3 cup juice of lemon fresh for garnish
  • 0.8 cup panko bread crumbs () (Japanese breadcrumbs)
  • teaspoon salt 
  • 24 servings vegetable oil for frying
  • 1.5 cups walnut pieces chopped

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • baking sheet
  • paper towels
  • sauce pan
  • oven
  • kitchen thermometer
  • kitchen towels

Directions

  1. Cook leeks in large saucepan of boiling salted water until just tender, about 8 minutes.
  2. Drain very well and cool. Working in batches, wrap leeks in kitchen towels and squeeze out all liquid.
  3. Place leeks in processor and blend to coarse paste.
  4. Transfer leeks to large bowl.
  5. Add 3/4 cup panko, eggs, lemon juice, baking powder, salt, and pepper; blend well.
  6. Mix in nuts.
  7. Add more panko by tablespoonfuls if mixture is very moist.
  8. Shape 3 tablespoons leek-walnut mixture into 1/2-inch-thick patty.
  9. Place on plastic-lined baking sheet. Repeat with remaining mixture. Do ahead Can be made 1 day ahead. Cover patties with plastic and refrigerate.
  10. Preheat oven to 300°F. Line baking sheet with several layers of paper towels.
  11. Pour oil into large saucepan to depth of 1 inch. Attach deep-fry thermometer to side of pan and heat oil to 350°F. Working in batches, fry patties until golden brown, about 4 minutes per side.
  12. Transfer fritters to prepared baking sheet to drain.
  13. Place baking sheet in oven to keep fritters warm.
  14. Divide fritters among plates.
  15. Garnish with lemon wedges and serve.

Nutrition Facts

Calories115kcal
Protein8.61%
Fat61.16%
Carbs30.23%

Properties

Glycemic Index
9.21
Glycemic Load
2
Inflammation Score
-6
Nutrition Score
6.9704347667487%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.2mg
Eriodictyol
0.12mg
Hesperetin
0.37mg
Naringenin
0.04mg
Kaempferol
1.19mg
Myricetin
0.1mg
Quercetin
0.05mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:114.57kcal
5.73%
Fat:8.21g
12.63%
Saturated Fat:1.05g
6.55%
Carbohydrates:9.13g
3.04%
Net Carbohydrates:7.7g
2.8%
Sugar:2.12g
2.36%
Cholesterol:15.5mg
5.17%
Sodium:161.42mg
7.02%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:2.6g
5.2%
Vitamin K:26.47µg
25.21%
Manganese:0.49mg
24.52%
Vitamin A:816.94IU
16.34%
Folate:40.42µg
10.1%
Copper:0.18mg
8.97%
Vitamin C:6.52mg
7.91%
Vitamin B6:0.15mg
7.73%
Iron:1.36mg
7.58%
Magnesium:25.88mg
6.47%
Phosphorus:60.38mg
6.04%
Calcium:59.42mg
5.94%
Fiber:1.43g
5.74%
Vitamin E:0.74mg
4.93%
Vitamin B1:0.07mg
4.89%
Selenium:2.56µg
3.66%
Potassium:127.15mg
3.63%
Vitamin B2:0.05mg
3.07%
Zinc:0.37mg
2.45%
Vitamin B3:0.4mg
2.01%
Vitamin B5:0.18mg
1.84%
Source:Epicurious