4 leek and potato fritters with Recipes

plain nonfat yogurt, minced garlic, grated lemon rind, ground cumin, salt, freshly ground black pepper, sliced leek (about 1 1/2 lb), water, divided, salt, divided, freshly ground black pepper, divided, refrigerated shredded hash brown potatoes (such as simply potatoes), eggs, egg whites, canola oil, divided

potatoes, peeled and cubed, leeks, white and light green parts, halved, washed and thinly sliced, eggs, lightly beaten, breadcrumbs (from stale bread), salt, fresh ground black pepper, fresh oregano leaves (or 1 tsp dried ), olive oil, for frying (i try to use as little as possible, the greek way is to use a lot)

white potatoes (about 3 medium), chopped leek (white and pale green parts only), chopped fresh cilantro, drained canned garbanzo beans (chickpeas; about 1 1/2 15-oz cans), garlic cloves, ground cumin, salt, pepper, baking powder 3 tbsp plus additional all purpose flour, vegetable oil (for frying ), red bell pepper harissa