Cheesy Zucchini Fritters with Garlic and Dill
Crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside, this delicious and healthy Zucchini Fritters recipe is easy to make, and are perfect for any occasion. Cheesy zucchini fritters is always a hit with my family and friends. Who wouldn’t want to sink their teeth into golden little pieces of crunchy heaven?
Ingredients
- 2 medium zucchini grated. About 2 cups of shredded zucchini.
- ½ cup all-purpose flour substitute for Almond flour for a keto-friendly and low-carb version
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese can substitute for shredded mozzarella or cheddar cheese
- 1 egg large
- 2 Tablespoons fresh dill finely chopped (substitute for chopped fresh parsley, if you prefer)
- 2 cloves garlic minced, or garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon salt or to taste
- ½ teaspoon seasoning of choice I used Vegeta All Purpose seasoning
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- 1 tbsp Vegetable oil for frying Or spraying the fritters
- ½ teaspoon Black pepper to taste
Instructions
Pan Fry Instructions
- Shred those glorious green cylinders: Rinse and dry zucchini. Cut off the ends. Grate the zucchini (with skin) using a box grater. You should end up with approximately two cups of shredded zucchini.
- Squeeze the moisture out of zucchini: Place the shredded zucchini in between two paper towels or a kitchen towel and press on them firmly. Altering your tissues regularly, continue pressing out all of the moisture from the shreds.
- Add grated zucchini into a large bowl. Then add in flour, Parmesan cheese, egg, garlic, dill, salt and pepper, and baking powder. Mix everything together with a fork until well combined.
- Refrigerate or freeze the zucchini mixture for 20 minutes. While this is optional, I like how the zucchini batter solidifies, making it easy to work with and to shape zucchini patties for pan frying or air frying.
- Heat up a skillet on medium heat with a thin layer of vegetable oil to cover the bottom of the pan, about 1 tablespoon.
- Using your hands, form patties out of the zucchini mixture (½ - inch to ¾ - inch thick) and lay them directly on the heated skillet, providing a 1-inch space apart from each other.
- Fry in the skillet over medium heat for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown on the outside and cooked through inside.
- When finished cooking place onto paper towels to absorb the excess oil.
- Serve warm with a dollop of sour cream on top. I love serving mine by dipping it into homemade Chipotle sauce.
Air Fryer Zucchini Fritters Instructions
- Pre-heat air fryer to 375F / 190C
- Lightly grease air fryer basket or tray with spray oil.
- Using your hands, form patties out of the zucchini mixture (½ - inch to ¾ - inch thick) and lay them directly on the tray, giving them space.
- Air fry mode at 375F/190C for 7-8 minutes, flipping them halfway. Until they are golden brown on the outside and cooked through inside.
- Serve warm with your favorite dipping sauce or sour cream!
Notes
Zucchini Fritters Tips and Variations
The key is to use shredded zucchini free from moisture - be sure to squeeze them well.
Add a touch of seasoning and herbs such as garlic or dill. It can help elevate your fritter experience to the next level.
Do not overcrowd your skillet (or air fryer) while cooking; give each fritter room to reach its crispy potential!
Add smoked paprika and Parmesan cheese for a tantalizing smoky twist,
For extra flair, add some chopped cooked bacon to zucchini batter for extra crunchiness.
Coat the zucchini patties in breadcrumbs or Panko for maximum outer crisp.
Nutrition
Serving: 1fritterCalories: 83kcalCarbohydrates: 7gProtein: 4gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gTrans Fat: 0.02gCholesterol: 26mgSodium: 273mgPotassium: 182mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 193IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 70mgIron: 1mg
Nutrition Disclaimer Nutritional information is an estimate and may change based on products used.
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