Cheesy Leek Fritters
Author: Laura Bais
These Cheesy Leek Fritters are a crispy, savory treat that’s perfect as an appetizer, snack, or side dish for any gathering. Whip them up with the creamy cottage cheese sauce for your next cozy dinner or party—they’re sure to be a hit!
Prep Time 15 minutes mins
Cook Time 15 minutes mins
Total Time 30 minutes mins
Course Appetizer, Side Dish
Cuisine American
For the fritters:
- 2 medium leeks
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella about 3.5 oz
- 1/2 cup oat flour about 1.7 oz
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
- Olive oil for cooking
For the cottage cheese sauce:
- 2/3 cup cottage cheese about 5 oz
- 1/2 cup sour cream about 3.5 oz
- 2 tsp finely chopped fresh parsley
- Pinch of salt
- Pinch of black pepper
Wash the leeks thoroughly and slice into thin rounds. Sauté in a skillet with a drizzle of olive oil over low heat until soft and slightly golden, about 5-7 minutes, then lightly season with salt.
In a mixing bowl, whisk the eggs, then stir in the shredded mozzarella and oat flour. Season with a pinch of salt and pepper.
Once the leeks have cooled slightly, add them to the egg mixture and stir to combine.
Heat a skillet with a bit of olive oil over medium heat. Scoop spoonfuls of the mixture and form into patties, cooking each fritter for 1-2 minutes per side until golden brown.
For the sauce, mix the cottage cheese, sour cream, parsley, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Serve alongside the warm fritters.
Nutrition (per 1 fritter):
Calories: 104 kcal
Protein: 5.3 g
Carbohydrates: 5.7 g
Fat: 6.2 g
Keyword gluten free appetizer, leek fritters