Description
Crispy zucchini fritters dance with Mediterranean flair, bringing golden-brown delights to your plate. Garlic-dill yogurt dip complements the crunchy exterior, inviting you to savor each perfectly seasoned bite of pure culinary joy.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 2 medium zucchini, grated
- 1 large egg, beaten
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Seasoning and Herbs:
- 1/4 cup green onions, finely chopped
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
Dip Ingredients:
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil (for frying)
Instructions
- Shred zucchini thoroughly using a grater, ensuring maximum moisture removal by wrapping in a clean kitchen towel and squeezing firmly until almost completely dry.
- Create fritter base by mixing the drained zucchini with finely chopped green onions, minced garlic, grated Parmesan, whisked egg, flour, crumbled oregano, and seasoning until ingredients form a cohesive, slightly sticky mixture.
- Warm olive oil in a heavy-bottomed skillet over medium heat, allowing it to shimmer but not smoke.
- Carefully drop spoonfuls of zucchini mixture into the hot oil, gently pressing each portion into compact patties using the back of the spoon.
- Cook fritters for approximately 3-4 minutes per side, rotating when edges turn golden and crisp, ensuring an even, crunchy exterior.
- Transfer finished fritters to a wire rack or paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil and maintain crispiness.
- Craft the yogurt sauce by whisking together creamy Greek yogurt, finely chopped fresh dill, crushed garlic, zesty lemon juice, and a pinch of salt and pepper until smooth and well integrated.
- Present fritters immediately while hot, accompanied by the cool, herbaceous yogurt dip for a delightful temperature and flavor contrast.
Notes
- Squeeze zucchini thoroughly to prevent soggy fritters, ensuring maximum crispiness by removing as much water as possible with a clean kitchen towel or cheesecloth.
- Use fresh Parmesan cheese for enhanced flavor and consider adding a pinch of red pepper flakes for a subtle heat kick if you enjoy spicy notes.
- Gluten-free option works perfectly by replacing regular flour with almond flour or gluten-free breadcrumbs, maintaining the same delicious texture and taste.
- Control oil temperature carefully while frying to achieve golden-brown exterior without burning, using medium heat and testing with a small batter drop before adding fritters.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 300 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 24 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 8 g
- Cholesterol: 40 mg