Description
These Crispy Mediterranean Zucchini Fritters are a delightful blend of fresh zucchini, fragrant herbs, and tangy feta cheese, pan-fried to golden perfection. Perfect as a savory snack or a light meal, they offer a crispy exterior with a flavorful, moist interior, served best with a squeeze of fresh lemon.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 2 medium zucchinis, grated
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh mint
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh dill
- 2 green onions, finely sliced
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 eggs, lightly beaten
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- Olive oil, for frying
- Lemon wedges, for serving
Instructions
- Release moisture from zucchini: Place the grated zucchini in a colander, sprinkle with salt, and let it sit for 15 minutes. This step draws out excess water to ensure the fritters hold together better.
- Drain zucchini: Squeeze out the excess liquid from the zucchini using a clean kitchen towel or paper towels, making the mixture less watery.
- Combine fresh ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, mix the drained zucchini with crumbled feta cheese, chopped parsley, mint, dill, sliced green onions, minced garlic, and black pepper to create a flavorful base.
- Add binding agents: Stir in the beaten eggs, then gradually add the flour. Mix until you have a cohesive batter that holds together well for frying.
- Heat the skillet: Warm a generous amount of olive oil over medium heat in a large skillet, preparing for frying.
- Form and cook fritters: Scoop a heaping tablespoon of the batter into the skillet, gently flattening it slightly with the back of the spoon for even cooking.
- Fry until golden: Cook each fritter for about 3-4 minutes on each side until they turn golden brown and crispy, adjusting heat to prevent burning.
- Drain excess oil: Place cooked fritters on a plate lined with paper towels to absorb any extra oil.
- Repeat cooking: Continue frying the remaining batter, adding more olive oil as needed to maintain frying temperature.
- Serve warm: Serve the fritters warm with fresh lemon wedges on the side for an added zesty kick.
Notes
- Ensure to thoroughly squeeze out zucchini to avoid soggy fritters.
- If you prefer a gluten-free version, substitute all-purpose flour with chickpea flour or a gluten-free blend.
- Use fresh herbs for the best flavor; dried herbs can be used but in lesser amounts.
- For extra crispiness, you can double fry the fritters: fry first until lightly golden, drain, then fry again until fully crispy.
- Serve these fritters as a side dish, appetizer, or light vegetarian meal.
