These easy zucchini fritters are a perfect way to enjoy the fresh and vibrant flavors of zucchini. Made with simple ingredients, these fritters are crispy on the outside and tender on the inside. They make a great appetizer, snack, or side dish. Serve them with your favorite dipping sauce or as a tasty addition to a salad. These zucchini fritters are a crowd-pleaser and can be enjoyed by both kids and adults alike. Try this recipe and enjoy the goodness of zucchini in a delicious and crispy form!
Ingredients
- 2 medium zucchinis, grated
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 green onions, thinly sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 large eggs, lightly beaten
- 2 tablespoons olive oil, for frying
Directions
- Place the grated zucchini in a colander set over a bowl. Sprinkle with salt and let it sit for 10 minutes to draw out the excess moisture.
- After 10 minutes, squeeze the zucchini to remove as much liquid as possible.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the grated zucchini, flour, Parmesan cheese, green onions, garlic, baking powder, black pepper, and eggs. Stir well to combine all the ingredients.
- Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
- Drop spoonfuls of the zucchini mixture into the hot skillet. Flatten each spoonful with the back of a spoon to form a fritter.
- Cook the fritters for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown and crispy.
- Transfer the cooked fritters to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
- Repeat the process with the remaining zucchini mixture until all the fritters are cooked.
- Serve the zucchini fritters hot with your favorite dipping sauce or as a side dish.
- Enjoy!
Interesting Facts
Zucchini is a summer squash that is high in water content and low in calories, making it a healthy choice for fritters.
Zucchini fritters are a great way to use up excess zucchini from your garden or farmers' market.
These fritters can be customized with your favorite herbs and spices to add extra flavor.
Zucchini fritters can be made ahead of time and reheated in the oven for a quick and easy snack or meal.