Zucchini Fritters Recipe
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Zucchini Fritters Recipe
Description
Zucchini Fritters Recipe focuses on moisture management to achieve a non-watery, crispy result. Salt is used initially on grated zucchini to extract excess water, which is then pressed out before combining with eggs, garlic, herbs, flour, and Parmesan cheese. The batter is dropped by spoonfuls into hot oil and fried until golden on both sides. Draining on paper towels helps remove excess oil to maintain crispness.
These fritters are best served immediately while still crisp. They can be paired with toppings such as whipped ricotta, sour cream, or Greek yogurt, and garnished with fresh herbs for added freshness. The fritters serve as a flavorful snack, appetizer, or side dish.
When cooking in batches, keeping fritters warm in a low temperature oven prevents them from becoming soggy before serving. Avoid overcrowding the pan for even browning and adequate crisping.
Ingredients
- 2 pounds zucchini washed, grated, tossed with 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 large egg
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 3 tablespoons basil parsley, rosemary, oregano, etc, chopped, fresh, Italian herbs
- ⅓ cup all-purpose flour use gluten-free all-purpose flour, unbleached
- ½ cup Parmesan Cheese grated
- salt to taste
- black pepper to taste
- olive oil for frying
Instructions
- Using the large holes of a box grater, grate the zucchini. Toss with 1 teaspoon of salt and transfer to a colander set over a medium bowl. The salt will help draw out some of this moisture. Wait 30 minutes, then squeeze excess moisture with your hands or a clean dishcloth.
- Place zucchini in a large bowl. Stir in the eggs, garlic, and herbs. Then, stir in the flour and cheese.
- Heat the oil in a medium skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, drop three heaping tablespoons of batter per fritter in the skillet and fry on both sides until nicely browned. Place the fried fritters on paper towels to drain.
- Serve immediately while crispy. Serve with whipped ricotta cheese, a dollop of sour cream or greek yogurt, and a sprig of fresh herb for garnish.
Notes
- After grating, squeeze zucchini thoroughly to remove excess moisture to prevent soggy fritters.
- Ensure the frying pan is hot and do not overcrowd to maintain crisp edges.
- Keep cooked fritters warm in a low-temperature oven (around 170°F) when making multiple batches.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 4-6 servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 141 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 141kcal | 7% |
| Carbohydrates | 17g | 6% |
| Protein | 10g | 20% |
| Fat | 4g | 6% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.4g | 2% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Cholesterol | 11mg | 4% |
| Sodium | 266mg | 11% |
| Potassium | 676mg | 14% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 6g | 12% |
| Vitamin A | 815IU | 16% |
| Vitamin C | 45mg | 50% |
| Calcium | 156mg | 16% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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