Description
Easy Zucchini Fritters are a quick and delicious way to enjoy fresh zucchini. These crispy, golden fritters combine shredded zucchini, cheese, and herbs, fried to perfection for a savory treat that’s perfect as an appetizer, side dish, or light meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 4 medium zucchini (coarsely shredded)
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs (beaten)
- â…“ cup shredded cheese (Cheddar or Parmesan)
- 1 tablespoon chopped chives (plus more to serve)
- Salt & pepper (to taste)
- Olive oil (for frying)
Instructions
- Prepare zucchini: Place the shredded zucchini in a colander and toss with ½ teaspoon of salt. Let it stand in the sink for 10 minutes to draw out excess moisture. Then transfer the zucchini to a clean tea towel and squeeze out as much liquid as possible to ensure the fritters are not soggy.
- Make batter: In a medium mixing bowl, combine the flour, beaten eggs, shredded cheese, chopped chives, salt, and pepper. Mix until the batter is smooth, then fold in the drained zucchini thoroughly to evenly distribute all ingredients.
- Cook fritters: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Using a tablespoon, drop spoonfuls of the batter into the hot oil, and flatten each fritter slightly with the back of the spoon. Fry for about 2 minutes on each side or until golden and crispy. Remove from the skillet and drain on paper towels. Serve warm, garnished with additional chopped chives if desired.
Notes
- Be sure to squeeze out excess water from the zucchini to prevent soggy fritters.
- You can substitute the cheese with your favorite type or omit for a dairy-free version.
- Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper according to taste.
- Serve with a dollop of sour cream or Greek yogurt for extra flavor.
- These fritters are best enjoyed fresh but can be kept warm in a low oven if preparing in batches.
