Fritas de prasa

Instructions

1. Wash the leeks thoroughly, cut the white part into thin rounds and blanch them for 3 minutes in boiling salted water.
2. Drain them very well and pat them dry in a tea towel to remove excess water.
3. In a bowl, whisk the eggs with the flour, baking powder, salt and pepper.
4. Gradually add the sparkling water while whisking until you have a smooth, light batter, then stir in the parsley.
5. Mix the leeks into the batter to coat them well.
6. Heat the oil in a deep pan to about 170 °C, then drop in spoonfuls of the leek batter.
7. Fry for 2 to 3 minutes on each side, until golden, drain on kitchen paper and serve hot with the lemon.