by Marilyn

Zucchini Fritters: A delicious way to eat vegetables

Autumn, a time of abundant harvest, is the perfect opportunity to enjoy the delicious zucchinis that swarm the fields. In this recipe, we will learn how to prepare a delicious Zucchini Fritter, a dish that's perfect as a side for meals or as a snack. To do this, we will use fresh, high-quality ingredients, along with a few tips and tricks to get crispy and flavorful fritters.

This recipe is of course inspired by those of Ricardo and à la di Stasio, but I have truly adapted it according to the ingredients I usually have on hand, and also according to my son's tastes.

This dish makes it back on the menu at least once a month at our house because we LOVE the crunch of the fritters, their freshness, and the fact that it allows us to eat vegetables without really realizing it.

Summary
🔍 Information	Details
⏱️ Prep time	20 minutes
🍳 Cook time	10 minutes
⏲️ Total time	30 minutes
🔧 Difficulty level	Moderate
🍽️ Servings	6 fritters
🔥 Calories per serving	Approximately 150-200 calories

A vegetarian option for a weeknight meal or a tasty appetizer

It’s a tasty vegetarian alternative for a weeknight meal, as an appetizer, or as a side dish with meat or fish. Here, we dip them in a spicy mayo, but you can choose the sauce of your choice. They are also delicious on their own.

If you have trouble getting your children to eat vegetables, this is certainly an interesting option. Zucchini fritters require a bit of preparation, but the taste is really worth it. It's a simple and tasty way to eat vegetables.

I have personally never tried baking the zucchini fritters, I really like frying them well in oil, but if you feel like it and want to reduce your fat intake, you can certainly try baking them in the oven at 400°F for about twenty minutes, turning them halfway through.

Ingredients
2 grated zucchinis (2 cups) ½ cup mozzarella 1 small shallot, finely chopped (or 2 tbsp chopped chives) 1 cup breadcrumbs or crushed maple popcorn 1 egg 2 tbsp grated parmesan 1 tbsp nutritional yeast (optional) 1 tbsp ground flax seeds (optional) Herbes de Provence with garlic flower or other spices to taste Pepper Peanut or canola oil for cooking

Instructions

Drain the grated zucchinis. After grating them, place the zucchinis in a fine mesh strainer with a bowl underneath, lightly salt, and let drain for as long as possible.
Grate the mozzarella, chop the shallot, and measure all the ingredients. Place them in a mixing bowl and add the grated zucchinis once they are well drained.
Add only pepper for seasoning, as the mixture is generally salty enough due to the cheeses and breadcrumbs.
Shape into fairly thin fritters so they cook through, but thick enough to hold their shape well.
Heat the oil until it shimmers. Fry the fritters on both sides until they are golden brown.
Place the fried fritters on paper towels (optional).
Serve with a spicy mayo, a mayo-ketchup, or a mayo-curry sauce, according to your taste.

Serve with a spicy mayo (a mixture of mayonnaise and hot sauce of your choice) or a mayo-ketchup or mayo-curry sauce, according to your taste.

Nutritional Information per Serving
Nutrient	Quantity
Calories	175 kcal
Protein	7 g
Carbohydrates	15 g
Sugars	2 g
Fiber	2 g
Fat	8 g
Saturated Fat	3 g
Sodium	300 mg

FAQ, Tips, and Variations
Category	Details
FAQ	Why are my zucchini fritters soggy? Be sure to squeeze the zucchinis well after grating them. Use a clean kitchen towel to remove as much water as possible. Can I replace the zucchini with another vegetable? Yes, you can use yellow squash or even grated carrots. How do I store the zucchini fritters? Keep them in the refrigerator in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Tips	Crispy texture: Ensure the oil is hot enough before adding the fritters to the pan. Lighter version: Bake the fritters in the oven at 400°F for about 15 minutes, flipping them halfway through.
Variations	Add grated parmesan for a richer flavor. Gluten-free version: Replace the flour with almond or rice flour. Touch of originality: Incorporate fresh herbs like mint or basil. Black Garlic BBQ Spices: Add 1 to 2 tbsp of Black Garlic BBQ spices for a refined, umami taste.

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