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Leek Mihaliç Fritters

These Bursa fritters fry leek with mihaliç cheese into crisp-edged Marmara bites.

Easy⏱️ 29 min📖 1 min readServes 4~202 kcal🇹🇷 Turkish🌍 Full translation

14 min prep 10 min cook 5 min rest

#Under 30 min
Vegetarian

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Timeline

Total 29 min

Prep14 min
Resting/Marinating5 min
Cooking10 min

Ingredients

4 servings

Quick:

2 Leeks
100 g Mihalic cheese
0.8 cup(~160 ml) Flour
1 Egg
3 tbsp(~45 ml) Vegetable oil

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Instructions

1
Prepare the 2 leeks and squeeze out the excess liquid by hand so the mixture does not become watery.
2
Add the egg, flour, and greens to the mixture and stir for 2 minutes, until it thickens.
2 min
02:00
3
Let the mixture rest for 5 minutes so the flour absorbs moisture and it does not fall apart in the pan.
5 min
05:00
4
Heat the oil over medium heat for 2 minutes and drop small spoonfuls of the mixture into the pan.
2 min
02:00
5
Cook the portions over medium heat for 7 minutes total, until both sides are browned.
7 min
07:00
6
Transfer the portions to paper towels, let them rest for 3 minutes, and serve warm.
3 min
03:00

💡 Tip: Finely chopping the leeks helps the fritters hold their shape more evenly in the pan.

🍽️ Serving suggestion: Serve the fritters warm with yogurt and dill on the side.

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Approximate vitamin / mineral assessment based on the recipe's ingredients. For precise nutrition tracking, consult a doctor or dietitian.

Protein source
Vitamin B12

Nutrition (per serving)

~202

kcal calories

g protein

g carbs

g fat

Protein 17%Carbs 31%Fat 52%

GI 22 · Low GIGL 3 · Low GL

1.8g

Sugar

1.4g

Fiber

27.1mg

Sodium

1.9g

Saturated fat

Approximate values, derived from ingredient amounts using USDA FoodData Central and TÜBİTAK Turkish Food Composition Database. Actual values can vary by roughly ±20% depending on cooking method, brand, and portion size. For diet or medical conditions, consult a dietitian or doctor.

Estimated satiety (per serving)

3/10

Moderate satiety, fine between meals

This recipe may contain allergens

Gluten
Milk
Egg

Allergens are derived automatically from the ingredient list, covering the main groups of the EU-14 food allergen standard (gluten, milk, eggs, peanuts, tree nuts, soy, seafood, sesame, celery, mustard). Cross-contamination (shared kitchen equipment, shared surfaces) isn't tracked, if you have a serious allergy, review the full ingredient list yourself and ask about preparation.

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FAQ

How many servings does Leek Mihaliç Fritters make?
This recipe serves 4.
How long does Leek Mihaliç Fritters take?
Prep 14 minutes, cooking 10 minutes, including 5 minutes of passive resting; 29 minutes in total.
Is Leek Mihaliç Fritters difficult?
This recipe is rated easy.
How many calories does Leek Mihaliç Fritters have?
Approximately 202 kcal per serving. Protein: 8g, carbs: 15g, fat: 11g.
Which allergens does Leek Mihaliç Fritters contain?
This recipe contains Gluten, Milk, Egg. Check it against your dietary needs.
How many ingredients does Leek Mihaliç Fritters need?
This recipe needs 5 ingredients.
Is Leek Mihaliç Fritters filling?
Satiety bar per serving is 3/10; moderately filling, suitable between meals. The score is based on protein, fiber and the satiety index.

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Instructions

Prepare the 2 leeks and squeeze out the excess liquid by hand so the mixture does not become watery.

Add the egg, flour, and greens to the mixture and stir for 2 minutes, until it thickens.

2 min