Here’s a simple and crispy zucchini fritters recipe you can make in under 30 minutes.
🥒 Zucchini Fritters
Ingredients (makes ~10 fritters)
- 2 medium zucchinis, grated
- 1 small onion, grated or finely chopped (optional)
- 1–2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 eggs
- ½ cup all-purpose flour (or breadcrumbs for extra crunch)
- ½ tsp salt (plus extra to draw moisture from zucchini)
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- ¼ tsp paprika or chili flakes (optional)
- Oil for frying
- Optional toppings: sour cream, Greek yogurt, tzatziki, or fresh herbs
Instructions
1. Prep the zucchini
- Grate the zucchini.
- Sprinkle with a little salt and let sit 10 minutes to draw out water.
- Squeeze the zucchini using a clean towel or your hands to remove excess liquid.
2. Mix the batter
- In a large bowl, combine the squeezed zucchini, onion, garlic, eggs, flour, pepper, and optional spices.
- Mix until it forms a thick batter. Add a bit more flour if too wet.
3. Fry
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat.
- Drop spoonfuls of the batter into the pan and flatten slightly.
- Fry 3–4 minutes per side, until golden brown and crispy.
- Drain on paper towels.
4. Serve
- Serve warm with sour cream, yogurt, or a squeeze of lemon.
- Sprinkle fresh herbs like parsley, dill, or chives if desired.
Tips
- For extra flavor, add grated cheese (parmesan, feta, or cheddar).
- Add other veggies like carrots or corn to mix things up.
- To make them healthier, bake at 425°F (220°C) for 20–25 minutes, flipping halfway.
If you want, I can also give you a vegan or gluten-free version that’s just as crispy and flavorful.
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