Ingredients

  • 14 ounces (2 bunches) Swiss chard leaves, stems removed
  • 1/2 cup chopped Italian parsley
  • 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
  • 1/4 cup chopped dill
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons grated nutmeg
  • 1/2 teaspoon granulated sugar
  • 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 2 cloves garlic, chopped
  • 2 large eggs
  • 3 ounces crumbled feta cheese (1/2 cup)
  • Olive oil
  • Lemon wedges, for serving (optional)

Method

  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil, add chard and simmer for 5 minutes.
  • Remove from pot and drain well, patting leaves dry with a paper or kitchen towel.
  • Place chard in food processor with herbs, nutmeg, sugar, flour, garlic and eggs.
  • Pulse until well blended.
  • Fold in feta by hand.
  • Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a large saute pan over medium-high heat.
  • When oil is hot, spoon in 1 heaping tablespoon of mixture for each fritter (you should be able to fit three fritters per batch).
  • Press down gently on fritter to flatten.
  • Cook 1 to 2 minutes per side, until golden brown.
  • Transfer to a baking sheet lined with paper towels.
  • Add another tablespoon oil to pan and repeat.
  • Serve warm, with lemon wedges (optional).