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Crispy Zucchini Fritters

Fritters are a great way to turn an abundance of fruit or veg into a delicious snack or side.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Course Appetizer, Breakfast, Side Dish, Snack
Cuisine American
Servings 4

Ingredients
  

  • 1.5 lbs zucchini grated, about 3 cups
  • 1 tsp kosher or sea salt
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup grated parmigiano reggiano cheese
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 large egg beaten
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 Tbsp olive oil

Instructions
 

  • Place grated zucchini in a colander lined with a clean dish towel or cheesecloth over a bowl or in the sink. Add salt and gently toss to combine. Let sit for ten minutes.
  • After ten minutes, gently squeeze out the moisture from your zucchini.
  • in a large bowl, combine zucchini, flour, parmigiano, garlic and egg and mix. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Heat a large skillet over medium high heat. When pan is hot add your olive oil. When the oil shimmers, scoop a tablespoon of batter (one for each fritter) and flatten slightly with a spatula. Don't crowd your fritters in the pan.
  • Cook about 2 minutes until nicely golden on the bottom. When golden, flip and cook the other side another 1-2 minutes until golden.
  • Serve immediately with a dollop of Greek yogurt.
Keyword Zucchini

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