Mushroom Fritters

== Ingredients ==
* 1 bunch fresh spinach, well-rinsed
* 1 cup diced mushrooms
* 2 scallions, thinly sliced
* 1 tsp onion powder
* ¼ cup minced Italian parsley
* ½ cup breadcrumbs, preferably Italian, seasoned
* 2 large eggs, beaten
* ½ cup shredded low-fat mozzarella
* salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
* 3 tbsp vegetable oil, or more as needed for frying
== Directions ==
# Steam spinach until wilted, for about 2 minutes.
# Remove from heat, and set aside to cool.
# Combine mushrooms, scallions, onion powder, parsley and breadcrumbs in a mixing bowl.
# Stir in eggs and mozzarella.
# Squeeze excess water from spinach, and chop finely.
# Stir into mushroom mixture, and season with salt and pepper.
# Heat 2 tablespoons oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
# Using a ¼-cup measure, scoop up mushroom mixture, and put into skillet, flattening slightly to form a patty.
# Repeat until skillet is full, but do not overcrowd.
# Pan-fry patties on first side until golden, for about 5 minutes, and turn over.
# Add remaining oil, and pan-fry second side until golden.
# Remove from skillet, and drain on paper towels.
# Repeat until mushroom mixture is used up, adding more oil if needed.
# Serve patties hot or at room temperature.
Category:Fritter Recipes
Category:Italian parsley Recipes
Category:Mozzarella Recipes
Category:Mushroom Recipes
Category:Spinach Recipes
Category:Egg Recipes
Category:Breadcrumb Recipes
Category:Vegetarian Recipes