Description
A simple and delicious recipe for crispy zucchini fritters that are perfect as a snack or side dish.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium zucchinis, grated
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 large egg
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
- Oil for frying
Instructions
- Grate the zucchinis and place them in a bowl. Sprinkle with salt and let sit for 10 minutes.
- After 10 minutes, squeeze out excess moisture from the zucchinis using a clean kitchen towel.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the grated zucchini, flour, Parmesan cheese, egg, black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder. Mix until well combined.
- Heat oil in a frying pan over medium heat.
- Drop spoonfuls of the zucchini mixture into the hot oil and flatten slightly with a spatula.
- Fry for about 3-4 minutes on each side or until golden brown and crispy.
- Remove from the pan and place on paper towels to drain excess oil.
- Serve warm with your favorite dipping sauce.
Notes
- For a gluten-free version, substitute all-purpose flour with a gluten-free flour blend.
- These fritters can be baked in the oven at 400°F for a healthier option.
- Feel free to add herbs like parsley or dill for extra flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fritter
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Crispy Zucchini Fritters, Easy Zucchini Recipe, Vegetarian Snack