Zucchini Fritters
Zucchini fritters are a delightful blend of crispy texture and vibrant flavor, transforming simple zucchini into an irresistible dish. Perfect for brunch or as a light dinner, these fritters are easy to make and sure to impress your family and friends. Enjoy them warm, paired with your favorite dipping sauce or on their own, as they bring a touch of joy to every meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 4 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 medium zucchini, grated (about 2 cups)
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- ¼ cup sliced green onions
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ¼ cup olive oil (for frying)
Instructions
- Prepare the Zucchini: Grate zucchini and place it in a clean towel; squeeze out excess moisture.
- Create the Mixture: In a bowl, combine grated zucchini, flour, eggs, Parmesan cheese, green onions, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
- Heat the Oil: In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat until shimmering.
- Spoon and Fry Fritters: Drop heaping tablespoons of batter into the hot oil; flatten slightly. Cook until golden brown (about 3-4 minutes), then flip and repeat.
- Drain Excess Oil: Transfer cooked fritters to paper towels to absorb excess oil.
- Serve Warm: Enjoy freshly made fritters with your choice of dipping sauce or plain.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 fritters (100g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 100mg