Greek Tomato Fritters (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Main Ingredients
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Chop 2 big tomatoes into fine pieces (about 250g).
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1/2 a red onion, diced small.
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2 garlic cloves, grated finely.
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The grated peel from 1 lemon.
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85 grams of all-purpose flour.
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1/2 teaspoon of baking powder.
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10 grams (about 1/2 a small bunch) of dill, chopped.
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Roughly chop 15g of parsley leaves (half a small bunch).
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Pinch of salt (1/2 teaspoon), adjust to your liking.
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Fresh black pepper, as much as you prefer.
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Olive oil for frying, enough to coat the pan.
# Instructions:
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Dice your fresh tomatoes nice and small, then toss them into a big bowl.
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Mix in the onion bits, garlic paste, lemon peel, and herbs. Toss this around before adding the dry stuff: flour, baking powder, salt, and black pepper. Stir until you’ve got a thick, sticky batter.
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Pour enough olive oil to lightly cover the pan bottom, then heat it on medium.
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Scoop spoonfuls of the mixture into the hot oil. Fry until golden on one side, flip carefully, and cook the other side until browned too.
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Take the cooked fritters out of the pan, and enjoy them fresh and crunchy.
# Notes:
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Crispy and full of flavor, these tomatokeftedes make a fantastic snack or starter. Fresh tomatoes and fragrant herbs get pan-fried into a crunchy treat you’ll love.