When I’m looking for new and interesting ways to enjoy zucchini, I make zucchini casserole, fried zucchini and these delicious zucchini fritters.
In the summer months, my garden is always overflowing with zucchini! One of my favorite ways to enjoy this versatile vegetable is with zucchini fritters. They’re perfect when served alongside chicken or fish, and are a great way to get the family to eat their veggies.
How do you make zucchini fritters?
Start by grating zucchinis, then place the shreds of zucchini in a colander. Sprinkle salt over the zucchini to help draw out excess water. Once the squash has sat in the colander for about 15 minutes, squeeze the shreds to remove any excess water, then pat the zucchini dry with a paper towel. Combine the squash with flour, eggs, green onions, garlic and seasonings to make the batter. Fry the fritters in a little vegetable oil until they’re golden brown and crispy. Serve immediately with toppings of your choice.
Tips for the perfect fritters
It’s very important to remove as much water as possible from the squash so that the batter stays thick. You can use a box grater or a food processor to make quick work of shredding the zucchini. These fritters are best when they’re fresh and hot from the pan, as they may start to soften when they cool. Store any leftover fritters in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat the fritters in a little oil in a pan over medium high heat to crisp them back up. I serve my fritters with an assortment of toppings such as sour cream, sliced green onions, parsley, bacon or even a sprinkle of parmesan cheese.
HOW DO YOU KEEP Zucchini FRITTERS CRISPY?
The best way to keep your fritters crispy as you make them is to place the cooked fritters on a cooling rack in a single layer. Do not stack the patties on top of each other, as they could steam and soften. If you’re not planning to serve the fritters immediately, you can put them in a single layer on a sheet pan in a 300 degrees F oven to stay warm.
Zucchini fritters flavor variations
These fritters are delicious as-is, but you can add other flavors to customize the dish to your tastes.
Protein: Add some finely diced ham or cooked crumbled bacon to the batter to make these fritters into a meal. Cheese: Stir in up to 1/2 cup of shredded cheddar, parmesan or mozzarella cheeses. Vegetables: You can swap out part of the zucchini for a different veggie such as corn, cooked bell peppers, or use a blend of zucchini and yellow squash.
I don’t wait for summer squash season to make these fritters, they’re perfect to enjoy all year round!
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Zucchini Fritters Video
