Ingredients
Scale
- 1 medium zucchini 12 ounce
- ½ teaspoon salt or to taste
- 1 egg
- ½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese or cheddar cheese
- ¼ cup seasoned bread crumbs
- 1 green onion thinly sliced
- 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon grated parmesan cheese
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil for frying
Instructions
- Grate the zucchini using a box grater, ensuring to remove any large seeds if using a larger zucchini.
- Sprinkle salt on the grated zucchini and let it sit in a colander for 5-10 minutes to draw out moisture.
- Squeeze the liquid from the zucchini using cheesecloth or a kitchen towel until it's as dry as possible.
- In a bowl, combine the zucchini with egg, mozzarella or cheddar cheese, bread crumbs, green onion, flour, and baking powder. Mix well.
- Shape the mixture into four patties, about 3 inches across.
- Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the zucchini patties once hot.
- Fry each patty for 3 to 5 minutes on each side until they are golden brown.
Notes
Ensure to remove as much moisture from the zucchini as possible for crispy fritters.
Feel free to experiment with different types of cheese for variety.
Serve with a dipping sauce or plain yogurt for added flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Sides
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fritter
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 30mg