Crispy Zucchini and Cheese Fritters

Ingredients

- 2 medium zucchini, grated
- 1 large egg
- 1 cup bread crumbs
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or your preference)
- 2 green onions, finely chopped
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil (plus extra for frying)
- 1/2 teaspoon salt

Instructions

1. Prepare the Ingredients:
- Grate the zucchini and place it in a clean kitchen towel. Squeeze out as much excess water as possible to prevent the fritters from becoming soggy.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the grated zucchini, egg, bread crumbs, flour, shredded cheese, green onions, baking powder, and salt. Mix well until all ingredients are thoroughly combined to form a thick batter.

2. Heat the Oil:
- In a large skillet, heat 1/4 cup vegetable oil over medium-high heat. The oil should shimmer but not smoke.

3. Form the Fritters:
- Use a spoon to scoop about 2 tablespoons of the zucchini mixture into your hand, forming it into a small patty. Repeat this process with the remaining batter.

4. Pan Fry the Fritters:
- Carefully place a few fritters into the hot oil, making sure not to overcrowd the pan. Fry each side for about 3-4 minutes or until the fritters are golden brown and crispy.
- Use a slotted spatula to transfer the cooked fritters onto a plate lined with paper towels to drain any excess oil.

5. Finish and Serve:
- Repeat the frying process with any remaining fritter batter, adding more oil to the pan if needed.
- Once all the fritters are cooked, serve hot with your favorite dipping sauce or a fresh salad.

Total Time

PT30M
30 minutes

Type of Dish

Snack

Keywords

Zucchini fritters, Cheese snacks, Pan-fried appetizers, Easy zucchini recipe, Vegetarian snack, Cheese fritters, Zucchini cheese patties, Quick snacks, Homemade appetizers, Crispy fritters

Recipe Yield

Feeds 4 adults

Calories

Total: 830 calories

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