Potato and Sage Fritters (Michael Chiarello) Recipe

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  1. To make the sponge: In a small bowl, combine the water, flour and yeast. Mix well and set aside in a warm place until yeasty-smelling and covered in very small bubbles, about 45 minutes.
  2. In a medium saucepan, cover the potatoes with cold water. Bring the water to a boil over high heat, add 1 tablespoon of sea salt. Reduce the heat to a simmer, and cook until the potatoes are tender, 20 to 25 minutes. Drain and mash the potatoes with a fork. Allow them to cool.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together the eggs and olive oil until thoroughly combined. In a bowl, combine cooled potatoes with the sponge, flour, sage, lemon zest, pepper, and 2 teaspoons of salt. Mix to evenly distribute the ingredients. Add the egg mixture to potato mixture, and stir until thoroughly combined. Use a rubber spatula to scrape down the sides of the bowl. You should have a thick, sticky batter. Add a bit more flour, if needed. Cover the bowl with a towel and set aside in a warm place to rise until doubled in size, for 1 1/2 to 2 hours.
  4. Heat the oil in a deep-fryer to 375 degrees F.
  5. Scoop 1 tablespoon of the risen batter at a time, and use another spoon to scrape it into the hot oil. Don't crowd the fryer. Fry fritters until golden brown, 2 to 3 minutes, turning them over occasionally. Drain the fritters on paper towels to absorb any excess oil. Sprinkle with sat and serve warm.
  6. Entertaining Tip: You can fry up a couple of batches of these an hour before your guests arrive and simply heat them again in a 300F oven before serving. Or keep warm in a 250F oven after making them. The fritters are great alone but they are equally great with a couple of dipping sauces.
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Nutrition Facts

Per ServingPer 100 g
Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories 362.06 Kcal (1516 kJ)
Calories from fat 331.71 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 36.86g 57%
Cholesterol 9.3mg 3%
Sodium 179.81mg 7%
Potassium 74.37mg 2%
Total Carbs 7.52g 3%
Sugars 0.11g 0%
Dietary Fiber 0.47g 2%
Protein 1.36g 3%
Vitamin C 0.9mg 2%
Iron 0.2mg 1%
Calcium 5.7mg 1%
Amount Per 100 g
Calories 610.41 Kcal (2556 kJ)
Calories from fat 559.25 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 62.14g 57%
Cholesterol 15.68mg 3%
Sodium 303.14mg 7%
Potassium 125.39mg 2%
Total Carbs 12.68g 3%
Sugars 0.19g 0%
Dietary Fiber 0.79g 2%
Protein 2.29g 3%
Vitamin C 1.6mg 2%
Iron 0.4mg 1%
Calcium 9.5mg 1%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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Tastes

  • salty
  • savory
  • bitter
  • sweet
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Weightwatchers Points

  • 10.2
    Points
  • 10
    PointsPlus

Good Points

  • saturated fat free,
  • low cholesterol,
  • sugar free

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