TORREJAS DE ESPINACA (PERUVIAN VEGETABLE FRITTERS)

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Torrejas De Espinaca (Peruvian Vegetable Fritters) image

These traditional bocaditos (snacks) were a family favorite at my grandparents' house; even the children (ie. me) loved them and ate them in lieu of potato chips in front of the TV!

Provided by Danica Paz

Categories     Vegetable

Time 12m

Yield 14 fritters, 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 cups spinach leaves, trimmed
2 green onions
3 eggs
3 tablespoons flour
2 tablespoons milk
salt & pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • Wash spinach leaves well, then chop into 1cm pieces. Place in bowl.
  • Julienne green onions, add to bowl.
  • Scramble eggs with a little milk and rest of ingredients.
  • Mix egg mixture into vegetables and let sit 5 minutes.
  • Drop by tablespoons into hot oil. When edges are lightly browned, turn over.
  • Remove and drain on paper towel.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 87.2, Fat 4.1, SaturatedFat 1.4, Cholesterol 159.7, Sodium 69.4, Carbohydrate 6.2, Fiber 0.7, Sugar 0.5, Protein 6.1

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