Potato and Sage Fritters

Name: Potato and Sage Fritters
Ingredients: 1/4 cup warm water; 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour; 1/2 envelope (1 1/8 teaspoon) active dry yeast; 1 pound russet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes; Cold water; 1 tablespoon plus 2 teaspoons sea salt; 2 large eggs; 1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil; 2 cups all-purpose flour; 1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh sage leaves; 2 teaspoons freshly grated lemon zest; 1/2 teaspoon coarsely ground black pepper; 4 to 6 cups peanut oil, for deep-frying