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Crispy Easy Zucchini Fritters served with Sriracha mayo, garnished with herbs.

Zucchini Fritters

Crispy and easy-to-make zucchini fritters perfect for a quick meal or snack, featuring a balance of zucchini, egg, and flour for texture.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 32 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizer, Side Dish, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 80
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 medium Zucchini Grated
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Helps pull out extra water
  • 1 large Egg Binds ingredients together
  • ½ cup All-purpose flour Gives structure
  • ¼ cup Parmesan cheese Adds flavor and assists with browning
  • 1 clove Garlic Optional, for flavor
  • 1 medium Onion Optional, for flavor
  • ¼ teaspoon Black pepper To taste
  • 2 tablespoons Oil for frying A thin layer in the pan is enough

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Grate the zucchini using the big holes on a box grater without peeling.
  2. Toss the grated zucchini with salt and let it sit for 10 minutes to pull out moisture.
  3. Using a clean kitchen towel or cheesecloth, squeeze the zucchini until it is fairly dry.
  4. In a bowl, mix the squeezed zucchini with the egg, flour, Parmesan, garlic, onion if using, and black pepper until thick and scoopable.
Cooking
  1. Heat a skillet over medium heat and add a thin layer of oil.
  2. Scoop small mounds of the batter onto the skillet and flatten slightly.
  3. Cook for 3 to 4 minutes on each side until deeply golden and crisp.
  4. Transfer cooked fritters to a plate lined with paper towels and sprinkle with a pinch of salt.

Notes

Serve with cool and creamy sauces like Greek yogurt mixed with lemon. Smaller fritters cook better, do not crowd the pan, and adjust the heat for optimal cooking.