Leek Kofta

Name: Leek Kofta
Ingredients: 6 large leeks, white and light-green parts only, washed well, halved lengthwise and crosswise; 2 eggs, beaten; 1/2 cup dried bread crumbs; 1 teaspoon kosher salt; Freshly ground pepper to taste; 2 tablespoons canola oil; 1 fresh lemon, optional

7 ingredients

10 steps

Ingredients

6 large leeks, white and light-green parts only, washed well, halved lengthwise and crosswise
2 eggs, beaten
1/2 cup dried bread crumbs
1 teaspoon kosher salt
Freshly ground pepper to taste
2 tablespoons canola oil
1 fresh lemon, optional

Directions

1

Put the leeks in a large saucepan, cover with water and bring to a boil.
2

Lower the heat and simmer until soft, about 30 minutes.
3

Drain well.
4

Wrap the leeks in a cloth and squeeze out excess moisture.
5

Coarsely chop the leeks and place in a bowl.
6

Stir in the eggs, bread crumbs, salt and pepper.
7

Divide the mixture to form 8 patties that are about a 1/2 inch thick and 3 inches in diameter.
8

Heat the oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat.
9

Place the patties in the skillet and cook until browned and done, about 2 minutes per side.
10

Serve cold with lemon juice squeezed over them, or serve hot without the lemon.