Sephardic Spinach Patties

Delight your taste buds with Sephardic Spinach Patties, a savory and nutritious blend of fresh spinach, creamy feta cheese, and aromatic spices like ground cumin. These golden, crispy patties are pan-fried to perfection and boast a tender interior that's bursting with Mediterranean flavors, thanks to sautéed onions, garlic, and fresh parsley. Ready in just 30 minutes, they make an excellent appetizer, side dish, or light vegetarian meal. Pair these spinach fritters with tangy yogurt, silky tahini sauce, or a crisp salad for a wholesome and satisfying dish that's as versatile as it is delicious. Perfect for mezze spreads or weeknight dinners, this classic recipe offers a taste of tradition in every bite!

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 grams fresh spinach
• 1 medium onion
• 2 garlic cloves
• 2 large eggs
• 100 grams breadcrumbs
• 100 grams feta cheese
• 2 tablespoons parsley
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
• 3 tablespoons olive oil

Directions

Step 1

Wash the spinach thoroughly and remove any tough stems. Blanch the spinach in a pot of boiling water for about 1-2 minutes, just until wilted. Drain and press out any excess water using a clean kitchen towel or paper towels. Finely chop the spinach and set aside.

Step 2

Peel and finely dice the onion. Mince the garlic. Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a skillet over medium heat, then sauté the onion until golden and soft, about 5 minutes. Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.

Step 3

In a large bowl, combine the chopped spinach, sautéed onion and garlic, eggs, breadcrumbs, crumbled feta cheese, parsley, cumin, salt, and black pepper. Mix well until all the ingredients are evenly incorporated.

Step 4

Using your hands, shape the mixture into small patties, about the size of the palm of your hand and approximately 1 cm thick. You should get around 10-12 patties.

Step 5

Heat the remaining 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Fry the patties in batches, cooking for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown and crispy. Transfer the cooked patties to a plate lined with paper towels to soak up any excess oil.

Step 6

Serve the patties warm or at room temperature with a side of yogurt, tahini sauce, or a fresh salad. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1011.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1389.1

Total Fat 79.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 24.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.6g
Cholesterol 461mg	0%
Sodium 4464.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 120.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 18.7g	0%
Total Sugars 14.7g
Protein 56.0g	0%

Vitamin D 98IU	0%
Calcium 1149.2mg	0%
Iron 26.0mg	0%
Potassium 570.6mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 50.3%

Protein: 15.8%

Carbs: 33.9%