Pseftokeftedes Santorini

* Exported from MasterCook *

PSEFTOKEFTEDES SANTORINI

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Serving Size : 36 Preparation Time :0:00
Categories : Greek Appetizers
Vegetarian Ethnic

Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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1 1/4 c Peeled, chopped plum tomato
-(See Note)
1/2 c Finely chopped scallions
1 Garlic clove -- finely chopped
1 tb Freshly chopped parsley
1/2 ts Oregano
1/4 ts Cinnamon
1 t Fresh mint (heaping measure)
Salt
Freshly ground black pepper
1 c All-purpose flour
1 t Double-acting baking powder
Olive oil -- for frying

In a large bowl, combine tomatoes, scallions, garlic,
herbs, and spices. Add flour and baking powder and mix
together so that all ingredients are well blended and
have the consistency of a thick batter (about as thick
as pancake batter).

In a large heavy skillet, heat enough olive oil for
frying. Taking a heaping tablespoon at a time, drop
batter into hot oil and fry until golden brown and
crisp.

Remove at once with a slotted spoon and drain on paper
towels. Serve hot.

Yield: about 3 dozen

NOTE: In other islands, spinach or 'horta' (greens)
are often used instead of tomatoes. Follow
instructions above, using 1-1/2 cups boiled,
well-drained, chopped spinach, or any other greens.

Source: The Food and Wine of Greece - by Diane Kochilas
: ISBN: 0-312-05088-7



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