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Base Preparation:

Begin by blending fresh fruits, yogurt, and honey until smooth. The mixture should have a creamy texture.

Flavor Infusion:

Slowly add spices or herbs of your choice, ensuring even distribution. This step enhances the depth of flavor.

Base Preparation:

Begin by blending fresh fruits, yogurt, and honey until smooth. The mixture should have a creamy texture.

Flavor Infusion:

Slowly add spices or herbs of your choice, ensuring even distribution. This step enhances the depth of flavor.

Base Preparation:

Begin by blending fresh fruits, yogurt, and honey until smooth. The mixture should have a creamy texture.

Baking Tips

Thoroughly draining the zucchini is the most important step for achieving crispy fritters

Test the oil temperature by dropping a small amount of batter – it should sizzle immediately

Don't flip the fritters too early – wait until the edges are golden brown

Keep cooked fritters warm in a 200°F (95°C) oven while cooking remaining batches

For a healthier version, bake fritters at 400°F (200°C) for 12-15 minutes per side

Fritters can be made ahead and reheated in a 350°F (175°C) oven for 5-10 minutes

For gluten-free fritters, substitute rice flour or a gluten-free flour blend

Yellow summer squash can be used interchangeably with zucchini

For extra flavor, add 1 teaspoon of lemon zest to the batter

Crispy Zucchini Fritters

Name: Crispy Zucchini Fritters
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 12-14 fritters
Cuisine: Mediterranean, American
Ingredients: Main Ingredients:; 4 medium zucchini (about 2 pounds), grated; 1 teaspoon kosher salt, plus more for seasoning; 1/4 cup finely chopped green onions (both white and green parts); 1/4 cup chopped fresh herbs (parsley, dill, or mint, or a combination); 2 large eggs, lightly beaten; 1/2 cup all-purpose flour; 1/2 teaspoon baking powder; 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese (optional); 2 cloves garlic, minced; 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper; 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg (optional); Vegetable or olive oil for frying; For the Yogurt Dipping Sauce:; 1 cup Greek yogurt; 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice; 1 small clove garlic, minced; 2 tablespoons chopped fresh herbs (same as used in fritters); Salt and pepper to taste; Equipment:; Box grater or food processor with grating attachment; Clean kitchen towels or cheesecloth; Large mixing bowl; Medium bowl for sauce; Large skillet or frying pan; Spatula; Paper towel-lined plate or wire rack; Measuring cups and spoons

These golden, crispy zucchini fritters transform humble summer squash into addictively crunchy bites with a tender interior. The medium-difficulty recipe requires proper grating technique and careful temperature control while frying to achieve the perfect texture. Seasoned with fresh herbs and a touch of garlic, these versatile fritters can be served as an appetizer, side dish, or light main course when topped with a dollop of cool yogurt sauce. Their delicate flavor lets the garden-fresh zucchini shine while the crispy exterior provides satisfying contrast. Easy to customize with various herbs and cheeses, these fritters are an excellent way to use abundant summer zucchini.

Prep Time

20 Minutes

Cook Time

15 Minutes

Total Time

35 Minutes

Chef

JUE

Ingredients

Custard Cream

Main Ingredients:

4 medium zucchini (about 2 pounds), grated

1 teaspoon kosher salt, plus more for seasoning

1/4 cup finely chopped green onions (both white and green parts)

1/4 cup chopped fresh herbs (parsley, dill, or mint, or a combination)

2 large eggs, lightly beaten

1/2 cup all-purpose flour

1/2 teaspoon baking powder

1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese (optional)

2 cloves garlic, minced

1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg (optional)

Vegetable or olive oil for frying

For the Yogurt Dipping Sauce:

1 cup Greek yogurt

1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice

1 small clove garlic, minced

2 tablespoons chopped fresh herbs (same as used in fritters)

Salt and pepper to taste

Equipment:

Box grater or food processor with grating attachment

Clean kitchen towels or cheesecloth

Large mixing bowl

Medium bowl for sauce

Large skillet or frying pan

Spatula

Paper towel-lined plate or wire rack

Measuring cups and spoons

Instructions

Grate zucchini using the large holes of a box grater or a food processor with a grating attachment.

Place grated zucchini in a colander set over a bowl. Sprinkle with 1 teaspoon kosher salt and toss to combine. Let sit for 10 minutes to draw out moisture.

Using your hands or a clean kitchen towel, squeeze out as much liquid as possible from the zucchini. This step is crucial for crispy fritters.

Transfer drained zucchini to a large bowl. Add green onions, herbs, minced garlic, beaten eggs, black pepper, and nutmeg (if using).

In a small bowl, whisk together flour and baking powder, then add to the zucchini mixture. If using feta cheese, fold it in now.

Mix until just combined. The mixture should be thick enough to form patties that hold together. If too wet, add a bit more flour, 1 tablespoon at a time.

Heat 1/4 inch of oil in a large skillet over medium heat until shimmering (about 350°F/175°C).

For each fritter, drop a heaping tablespoon of batter into the hot oil and flatten slightly with the back of a spoon. Don't overcrowd the pan – cook in batches if necessary.

Cook fritters until golden brown and crispy, about 2-3 minutes per side. Adjust heat as needed to maintain temperature.

Transfer cooked fritters to a paper towel-lined plate or wire rack to drain excess oil. Sprinkle with a pinch of salt while still hot.

While fritters are cooking or cooling, prepare the yogurt sauce: Combine all sauce ingredients in a small bowl and mix well. Refrigerate until ready to serve.

Serve fritters warm with yogurt dipping sauce on the side.

Crispy Zucchini Fritters

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