Zucchini Fritters
Easy and flavorful zucchini fritters, perfect for any time of day.
55m4Servings
Nutrition
540kcal
19gProtein
64gCarbs
24gFat
Ingredients
Zucchini
4 cups
Salt
To taste
to taste
Green Onions
2 pieces
Creamy Cheese
¼ cup
Eggs
2 pieces
Ritz Crackers
12 pieces
Black Pepper
½ tsp
Red Pepper Flakes
¼ tsp
Oil for frying
A generous drizzle
½ cup
Instructions
1Prepare Zucchini
20m
20mGrate Zucchini
Grate the zucchini into a colander.
Salt and Drain
Mix in salt and set aside for 20 minutes to draw out excess moisture.
2Prepare Other Ingredients
5m
5mSlice Green Onions
While zucchini is draining, slice green onions into thin, 2-inch long slices.
Prepare Plate
Cover a plate with paper towels to absorb oil when fritters are cooked.
3Make Fritter Batter
5m
5mSqueeze Zucchini
After letting zucchini sit, squeeze out any excess moisture.
Combine Ingredients
In a large bowl, combine the egg and creamy cheese. Then add the squeezed zucchini, green onions, crushed crackers, and seasonings. Mix to combine all ingredients.
4Fry Fritters
10m
10mHeat Oil
Heat about 1/2 inch of oil in a large nonstick pan over medium heat.
Form Fritters
Place about 1/4 cup of fritter mix into the heated oil. Use a non-metal spatula to gently flatten each fritter.
Cook Fritters
Cook each side of the fritters for about 1-2 minutes, or until lightly browned. Place cooked fritters on the prepared paper towel-lined plate to absorb excess oil.
5Serve
Serve Warm
Serve the zucchini fritters warm, either on their own or with your favorite creamy sauce, such as sour cream.
Tips
Ensure you squeeze out as much moisture as possible from the zucchini for crispier fritters.
Do not overcrowd the pan when frying; cook in batches if necessary.
For gluten-free fritters, substitute the Ritz crackers with a gluten-free flour or breadcrumbs.