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Greek Spinach Fritters (Spanakokeftedes)

Greek · Appetizer · Side

Crispy, golden-brown Mediterranean fritters bursting with fresh spinach, salty feta cheese, and aromatic herbs like dill and mint.

IntermediateVegetarianMediterranean
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40 minA little patience, a lot of flavor
Prep time20 min
Cook time20 min
Servings4 people
DifficultyIntermediate
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How to make it

6 steps. Take it one step at a time.

  1. Place the fresh spinach

    Place the fresh spinach in a large pot with a splash of water over medium heat. Cover and steam for 2-3 minutes until completely wilted. Drain in a colander.

    3 min
  2. Once the spinach is cool enough

    Once the spinach is cool enough to handle, use your hands or a clean kitchen towel to squeeze out every drop of excess liquid. Finely chop the squeezed spinach and place it in a large mixing bowl.

  3. To the spinach, add the scallions, garlic, dill, mint, crumbled feta

    To the spinach, add the scallions, garlic, dill, mint, crumbled feta, and lightly beaten eggs. Season with salt and pepper. Mix well until combined.

  4. Gradually stir in the flour

    Gradually stir in the flour until you have a thick paste that holds its shape. If the mixture feels too loose, add an extra tablespoon of flour.

  5. Heat the olive oil

    In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (177°C). Take a tablespoon of the spinach mixture, roll it into a ball, and flatten it slightly into a patty.

  6. Carefully place the patties

    Carefully place the patties in the hot oil. Fry in batches for 3-4 minutes per side until deep golden and crispy. Drain on paper towels before serving.

    8 min

A little kitchen wisdom

The secret to the perfect fritter is removing as much moisture as possible from the spinach. If the mixture is too wet, the fritters will fall apart while frying.

What you'll need

Large potSkilletColanderMixing bowlKitchen towel
Keep the good going

For now. And for later.

Make it ahead

The spinach and herb mixture can be prepared 1 day in advance. Keep it refrigerated and add the flour just before frying.

Store & enjoy

Store leftover fritters in an airtight container in the fridge. Reheat in an oven or air fryer to restore crispness. Reheat at 350°F (177°C) for 5 minutes until crispy.

Allergens

Contains milk, eggs, gluten, wheat.

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Greek Spinach Fritters (Spanakokeftedes)
Step 1 of 6

Place the fresh spinach

Place the fresh spinach in a large pot with a splash of water over medium heat. Cover and steam for 2-3 minutes until completely wilted. Drain in a colander.

3 min