WeightWatchers Greek Leek Fritters (Prassokeftedes) Recipe

Weight Watchers Greek Leek Fritters (Prassokeftedes) recipe
Makes 20 fritters

Ingredients
2 lbs leeks, halved, washed and thinly sliced
2 large potatoes, peeled and cubed
1/2 cup breadcrumbs (from stale bread)
2 large eggs, lightly beaten
1/3 cup olive oil, for frying
2 tablespoons fresh oregano leaves (or 1 teaspoon dried)
1 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
fresh ground black pepper (to taste)

Preparation
1. Place the potatoes with enough water to cover them by two inches, add a little salt and bring to a boil.
2. Simmer the potatoes for about 10 minutes (until they are soft, more or less depending on their size), then drain and place in a large bowl.
3. Place the leeks in a steamer over two inches of boiling water and cover.
4. Steam for about 10 minutes, then remove and allow to cool slightly.
5. Preheat the oven to 200° F.
6. Mash the potatoes until smooth and creamy. Add the leeks and combine.
7. Add in the bread crumbs, eggs, oregano, salt and pepper; mix well.
8. Heat the olive oil in a large heavy skillet over medium high heat.
9. Drop in about 2 tablespoons of the mixture for each fritter, flattening slightly with the back of a spoon.
10. Fry in batches, for about 3 minutes on each side, until the fritters are golden.
11. Remove the fritters to drain on paper towels and then keep warm in the oven.
12. Serve warm.

How many Weight Watchers points in Greek leek fritters recipe?
WW POINTS for one fritter: 2
Nutritional information for one fritter: 106 calories, 4.4g fat, 1.8g fiber

Photo credit: danlynclark

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Originally posted 2008-10-30 11:26:21.