Crispy Zucchini Fritters: A Delightful and Flavorful Side Dish
This recipe for crispy zucchini fritters is a fantastic way to enjoy the natural goodness of zucchini. With a simple preparation process that includes grating, squeezing out excess moisture, and mixing with essential ingredients, these fritters turn out golden and delicious. The combination of grated zucchini, egg, flour, semolina, salt, and pepper creates a delightful flavor and a satisfying texture. Once fried to perfection, these zucchini fritters make for a delightful side dish or a light meal option that will surely impress your taste buds.
Ingredients
For the fritters
- 1 big zucchini
- 2 tbsp flour
- 1 tbsp semolina
- as needed salt/pepper
For frying
- as needed vegan oil
Instructions
- Thoroughly wash the zucchini and grate them using a medium grater. Squeeze out as much zucchini juice as possible, as a drier mixture will yield better results.
- Next, add the egg, flour, semolina, salt, and pepper to the grated zucchini. Mix all the ingredients thoroughly until well combined.
- Now, pour oil into a pan and heat it over medium heat. Once the oil is hot, carefully spoon the zucchini mixture into the pan, forming patties or fritters.Fry the zucchini fritters on medium heat until they turn golden brown on both sides. Make sure to flip them halfway through the cooking process to ensure even browning.Remove the fritters from the pan and place them on a plate lined with paper towels to absorb any excess oil. Serve them hot as a delicious side dish or a light meal.
Notes
Immediately place the cooked pancakes on a plate covered with a paper towel to absorb any excess fat.
Instead of wheat flour, you can also use rice flour as a substitute for a gluten-free option.
Serve the pancakes with Greek yogurt and your choice of greens. You can use various greens such as green onions, dill, or parsley, depending on your personal preference and taste.