Easy Crispy Zucchini Fritters Recipe
Learn how to make easy and crispy zucchini fritters that are perfect as a snack or side dish. These fritters are packed with flavor and have a delightful crunch in every bite!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Makes about 12 fritters 1x
- Category: Appetizer, Side Dish
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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For the Fritters:
- 3 medium zucchinis (about 4 cups shredded)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 large egg
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup finely chopped green onions or yellow onion
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon baking powder (optional, for extra fluffiness)
- Vegetable oil (for frying)
For Serving:
- Sour cream or Greek yogurt (for serving)
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Shred the Zucchini: Wash the zucchinis thoroughly and use a box grater or food processor to shred them. Place the shredded zucchini in a clean kitchen towel, sprinkle with salt, and let it sit for 10 minutes to draw out excess moisture.
- Remove Excess Water: Squeeze the shredded zucchini tightly in the towel to remove excess water.
- Mix the Ingredients: In a bowl, combine zucchini, flour, Parmesan, egg, garlic, onions, pepper, and baking powder. Stir until well combined.
- Heat the Oil: Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat.
- Form the Fritters: Scoop 2 tablespoons of the mixture, flatten into patties, and fry in batches for 3-4 minutes per side.
- Fry Until Golden: Fry until golden brown and crispy.
- Drain Excess Oil: Transfer fritters to paper towels to remove excess oil.
- Serve and Enjoy: Serve warm fritters with sour cream or Greek yogurt and garnish with parsley.
Notes
- Make sure to squeeze the zucchini well to remove excess moisture for crispier fritters.
- You can customize the fritters by adding herbs or spices to the batter for extra flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fritter
- Calories: 98 kcal
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 284mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 36mg
Keywords: Zucchini Fritters, Crispy, Easy Recipe, Appetizer, Side Dish
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