Crispy Zucchini Fritters
Zucchini Fritters are perfect for a quick and easy-to-make snack, light lunch, or dinner side dish. The zucchini fritters are crispy, golden brown, delicious, and full of fresh flavor. They are low-carb, low-calories, and can be made gluten-free.
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Servings: 8 Fritters
Calories: 102kcal
Equipment
- Grater
- Sieve
- Cheesecloth
- Large bowl
- Medium bowl
- Frying Skillet
- Spatula
Ingredients
- 2 medium (600g/1.3 lb) zucchini
- 1 tsp of salt
- 2 eggs
- 3 scallions, thinly sliced
- ¼ cup parmesan, freshly grated
- 1 garlic clove, large, minced
- ½ cup flour, (see note)
- ½ tsp baking powder
- 1 pinch of black pepper
- 4-8 tbsp olive oil, for frying
Instructions
Zucchini:
- Grate the zucchini using a box grater or food processor, use the side with large eyes.
- Transfer the zucchini to a fine-mesh sieve and sprinkle with the salt. Set aside for around 10 minutes.
- Squeeze out excess liquid using your hands, cheesecloth, or nut milk bag. Set aside.
Batter:
- Beat the egg in a medium bowl.
- In a large bowl add the grated zucchini, beaten eggs, scallions, parmesan, and garlic. Mix to combine.
- Sprinkle the flour and baking powder on top and add a pinch of black pepper. Mix again until the batter is uniform – the batter should be thick and soft.
Frying:
- Preheat the oven to 100°C/210°F (to keep the fritters warm).
- Heat 2-4 tablespoons of olive oil in a nonstick skillet over medium heat. Drop about ¼ cup of batter in a skillet (do around 3 mounds). Lightly flatten the fritters with a spatula (the fritters should be about 1 cm/0.5 in thick).
- Fry for 3 minutes until the underside is golden brown (adjust the heat if browning too quickly). Turn and fry the other side for 3 minutes. Remove excess oil from the zucchini fritters with a paper towel. Transfer to tray and place in oven to keep warm. Transfer to a wire rack (if you have one) and place in the oven to keep warm. Repeat with the remaining batter.
- Serve the zucchini fritters warm as they are or with your favorite sauce.
Notes
Flour: Oat flour works best and is naturally gluten-free. For a keto or paleo version, you can use almond flour or coconut flour. If you choose coconut flour, start with 1/4 cup and gradually add more if needed — it is highly absorbent, so you usually need less. If no other option is available, you can also use all-purpose wheat flour.
Nutrition
Serving: 1Fritter | Calories: 102kcal | Carbohydrates: 9.3g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 5.6g | Saturated Fat: 1.3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.7g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3.1g | Cholesterol: 44mg | Sodium: 370mg | Potassium: 265mg | Fiber: 1.1g | Sugar: 2.1g | Vitamin A: 420IU | Vitamin C: 14.1mg | Calcium: 63mg | Iron: 0.9mg
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