Description
These crispy zucchini fritters are a delightful appetizer or snack that showcases the fresh flavors of zucchini with a crispy texture. Perfect for using up an abundance of summer zucchinis.
Ingredients
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Zucchini Fritters:
- 2 medium zucchinis (grated)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 cup finely chopped green onions
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 large egg
- 1 clove garlic (minced)
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- vegetable oil for frying
Instructions
- Prepare Zucchini: Grate zucchinis and sprinkle with salt. Let sit for 10 minutes to draw out moisture. Squeeze out liquid using a towel.
- Mix Ingredients: Combine zucchini, green onions, Parmesan, flour, breadcrumbs, egg, garlic, and pepper in a bowl.
- Fry Fritters: Heat oil in a skillet, scoop mixture into fritters, flatten, and cook until golden brown.
- Drain and Serve: Transfer fritters to a paper towel-lined plate. Serve warm.
Notes
- For extra crispiness, use panko breadcrumbs.
- Serve with sour cream or Greek yogurt for dipping.
- Fritters reheat well in an air fryer or oven.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fritter
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
