Description
These crispy Zucchini Fritters are a delicious way to enjoy fresh zucchini. Made with grated zucchini, green onions, eggs, and seasoned flour, they are pan-fried to golden perfection and served warm with sour cream. Perfect as a snack, appetizer, or side dish, these fritters are simple to prepare and packed with flavor.
Ingredients
Zucchini Fritters
- 2 lb zucchini (about 2 large or 5 medium)
- 1 1/2 tsp fine sea salt (divided)
- 2 large eggs (lightly beaten)
- 1/2 cup chopped green onions
- 3/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp ground black pepper
- Olive oil for sautéing
To Serve
- Sour cream
Instructions
- Prepare zucchini: Wash zucchini and trim off the ends. Grate using the large holes of a box grater or a food processor grater attachment. Place grated zucchini in a large mixing bowl, stir in 1 teaspoon of sea salt, and let it sit for 10 minutes to draw out moisture.
- Drain excess water: After 10 minutes, squeeze the zucchini tightly over the sink to remove as much water as possible. For best results, wring it out using a cheesecloth. You should be left with about 3 1/2 to 4 cups of dry zucchini. Transfer to a large mixing bowl if not already there.
- Combine with other ingredients: Add the chopped green onions and lightly beaten eggs to the squeezed zucchini. In a small bowl, mix together the flour, baking powder, remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt, and black pepper. Add this flour mixture to the zucchini mixture and stir until well combined.
- Heat skillet and cook fritters: Place a large heavy-bottomed cast iron or non-stick skillet over medium heat. Add 2 tablespoons of olive oil and heat until hot. Using a heaping tablespoon of zucchini mixture, add to the skillet and flatten slightly to form a pancake shape. Cook for 3-5 minutes on each side until golden brown, adjusting the heat if they brown too quickly.
- Serve: Serve the fritters warm with a dollop of sour cream on top for a creamy contrast.
Notes
- Be sure to remove as much moisture from the zucchini as possible to ensure crispy fritters.
- If you do not have cheesecloth, use a clean kitchen towel to wring out zucchini.
- Adjust seasoning according to taste, adding more pepper or salt if desired.
- For a gluten-free version, substitute all-purpose flour with gluten-free flour blend.
- Serve immediately for best texture; fritters can lose crispness if left to sit too long.
