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Tomato Fritters – Santorini's Recipe

Sylia
Make this traditional Greek appetizer and find a unique way to enjoy summer's best tomatoes! Crispy fried bites bursting with Mediterranean flavor and begging to be dipped into creamy tzatziki.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Resting Time 30 minutes
Course Appetizer, Side Dish
Cuisine Greek, Mediterranean
Servings 6 people
Calories 192 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound (500g) tomatoes, ripe but firm, finely diced*(1)
  • 1 pound (500g) cherry tomatoes, ripe but firm, finely diced*(2)
  • 1 ½ big onions, finely diced
  • 4 spring onions, finely sliced
  • ½ cup parsley, finely minced
  • ½ cup basil, finely minced
  • ½ cup mint, finely minced
  • 1 teaspoon sugar (optional)
  • 1 ½ cups (200g) all-purpose flour*
  • Olive oil for frying
  • Salt & freshly ground pepper to taste

Instructions
 

  • IF YOU USE TOMATOES: Wash your tomatoes well and pat them dry. Slice each one in half lengthwise and then into quarters. Cut out the stem, but leave the seeds. Cut each quarter into thin strips and dice them. Place them in a colander. Season lightly with salt and let them drain for at least half an hour.
  • IF YOU USE CHERRY TOMATOES: Wash the cherry tomatoes well and use a knife to remove the stem. Use your hand to smash and cut them into pieces or dice them with a knife, if it is more convenient. Place them in the colander with the rest of the diced tomatoes. Season lightly with salt and let them drain for at least half an hour.
  • In a large bowl, mix the tomatoes, onions, herbs, and a pinch each of salt and pepper. Stir in the flour, mixing until you have a thick batter.
  • Keep the mixture in the fridge for at least half an hour. It is probable to find water around the edges. Add more flour to bind the batter.
  • Heat 1-2 inches (2.5-5 cm) of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Drop tablespoons of batter into the oil for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden and crisp. Don't pinch them
  • Remove and drain the fritters on a plate lined with paper towels to absorb the excess oil.

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Notes

Note 1: Use all kinds of tomatoes or/and a combination of tomatoes-cherry tomatoes, as long as they are ripe but firm. 
Note 2: The amount of flour depends exclusively on the tomato's moisture. Follow the instructions to adjust accordingly.
 
The nutritional information below is an estimate and may vary depending on the specific ingredients and brands used, as well as preparation methods.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 192kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 4gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 12mgPotassium: 673mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 1100IUVitamin C: 26mgCalcium: 47mgIron: 2mg
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