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Zucchini Fritters Recipe

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Delicious and crispy zucchini fritters made with fresh grated zucchini, green onions, and a light batter, pan-fried to golden perfection and served warm with sour cream. A perfect appetizer or side dish that’s easy to make and packed with flavor.

Ingredients

Zucchini Fritters

  • 2 lb zucchini (about 2 large or 5 medium)
  • 1 1/2 tsp fine sea salt (divided)
  • 2 large eggs (lightly beaten)
  • 1/2 cup chopped green onions
  • 3/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp ground black pepper
  • 2 Tbsp olive oil for sautéing

To Serve

  • Sour cream (to serve)

Instructions

  1. Prepare zucchini: Wash zucchini and trim off the ends. Grate using the large holes of a box grater or a food processor grater attachment. Place the grated zucchini in a large mixing bowl, stir in 1 tsp of sea salt, and set aside for 10 minutes to draw out moisture.
  2. Drain excess water: After 10 minutes, squeeze handfuls of zucchini tightly over the sink to remove extra water. Using a cheesecloth to wring it out is ideal. You should have about 3 1/2 to 4 cups of squeezed dry zucchini. Transfer the drained zucchini to a large mixing bowl.
  3. Add flavor and binder: Add 1/2 cup chopped green onions and the 2 lightly beaten eggs to the zucchini and mix well.
  4. Mix dry ingredients: In a small bowl, combine 3/4 cup all-purpose flour, 1 tsp baking powder, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp ground black pepper. Stir the flour mixture into the zucchini mixture until fully combined.
  5. Cook fritters: Heat a large heavy-bottomed cast iron or non-stick skillet over medium heat and add 2 tablespoons of olive oil. Once hot, spoon heaping tablespoons of the zucchini mixture into the skillet and flatten slightly into pancake shapes. Sauté for 3-5 minutes on each side until golden brown. Reduce heat if browning too quickly.
  6. Serve: Serve the warm zucchini fritters with a dollop of sour cream on top or on the side.

Notes

  • Be sure to squeeze as much moisture out of the zucchini as possible to ensure crisp fritters.
  • If you prefer a gluten-free version, substitute the all-purpose flour with a gluten-free flour blend.
  • Use a non-stick or well-seasoned cast iron skillet for best results to prevent sticking.
  • Adjust seasoning by adding herbs like dill or parsley for extra flavor.
  • Serve immediately for best texture as fritters may lose crispness when cooled.

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