Description
These crispy and flavorful Zucchini Fritters are an easy and delicious way to enjoy fresh zucchini. Made with grated zucchini, fresh herbs, and cheese, then pan-fried to golden perfection, they’re perfect as a snack, appetizer, or side dish. The fritters have a light, crispy exterior and tender, savory interior, making them a crowd-pleaser for any occasion.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 medium zucchinis (about 1 pound), grated
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 large egg
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil (for frying)
Instructions
- Prepare the zucchini: Grate the zucchinis using a box grater. Place the grated zucchini in a clean kitchen towel or cheesecloth and squeeze out as much excess moisture as possible to prevent soggy fritters.
- Mix ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the grated zucchini, salt, flour, grated Parmesan cheese, egg, minced garlic, chopped parsley, and black pepper. Mix thoroughly until the batter is well combined.
- Heat the oil: Heat olive oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium heat until shimmering.
- Form and fry fritters: Using a tablespoon or your hands, scoop small portions of the batter and flatten slightly to form round fritters. Place them carefully in the hot oil, ensuring not to overcrowd the pan. Fry for about 3-4 minutes on each side or until golden brown and crispy.
- Drain and serve: Remove the fritters from the skillet and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil. Serve warm, optionally with sour cream or a dipping sauce of your choice.
Notes
- Be sure to squeeze out as much water from the zucchini as possible to get crispy fritters.
- You can substitute Parmesan with another hard cheese like Pecorino Romano for a different flavor.
- These fritters can be reheated in a skillet or air fryer to maintain crispiness.
- For a gluten-free version, substitute the all-purpose flour with gluten-free flour or almond flour.
- Adding a pinch of cayenne pepper or chili flakes can give the fritters a nice kick.
