Description
Savory crispy zucchini fritters bring Mediterranean sunshine to your plate, combining fresh garden herbs with golden-brown crunch. Simple ingredients and quick cooking make this delightful appetizer a perfect companion for summer gatherings and casual dinners you’ll want to share with friends.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1.5 pounds (680 grams) zucchini
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 cup (60 grams) all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup (25 grams) grated Parmesan cheese
Seasonings:
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 garlic cloves, finely minced
Cooking Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons (30 milliliters) olive oil
Instructions
- Wash and trim zucchini, then grate using a box grater or food processor.
- Sprinkle salt over grated zucchini and let sit for 10-15 minutes to draw out excess moisture.
- Transfer zucchini to a clean kitchen towel or cheesecloth and squeeze firmly to remove all liquid.
- In a mixing bowl, combine drained zucchini with flour, grated cheese, minced garlic, beaten egg, and black pepper.
- Mix ingredients thoroughly until a cohesive mixture forms.
- Shape mixture into 8 uniform patties, each about 2-3 tablespoons in size.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- Carefully flatten each patty to approximately 1/2-inch thickness.
- Sear fritters for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown and crispy.
- Transfer skillet with fritters to preheated 350°F oven.
- Bake for 10-15 minutes to ensure even cooking and enhance crispiness.
- Remove from oven and let rest for 2-3 minutes before serving.
Notes
- Moisture Control Squeeze zucchini thoroughly to prevent soggy fritters, as excess water can make them fall apart during cooking.
- Cheese Variation Experiment with different cheeses like feta or parmesan to create unique flavor profiles and add depth to the fritters.
- Gluten-Free Option Swap wheat flour with almond flour or gluten-free blend for those with dietary restrictions without compromising texture.
- Serving Suggestion Pair with cool Greek yogurt or tzatziki sauce to balance the crispy, warm fritters and add a refreshing element to the dish.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 300 mg
- Fat: 9 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 10 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 40 mg