How to Make Zucchini-Parmesan Cheese Fritters - A Step-by-Step Guide

If you're looking for a delicious and creative way to use up those surplus zucchinis from your garden, then look no further than these Zucchini-Parmesan Cheese Fritters. These crispy and flavorful fritters are a fantastic way to enjoy the bounty of fresh zucchini, and they make for a perfect appetizer, snack, or side dish. With a crispy exterior and a tender, cheesy interior, these fritters are sure to be a hit with the whole family.

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Ingredients

  • 3 large zucchini, finely grated
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 egg
  • 5 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 4 tablespoons Parmesan cheese
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ground black pepper to taste
  • oil for frying
  • 1 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese, or to taste
  • 1 pinch salt
  • ¼ cup sour cream, for topping

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 10 mins
  • Additional Time: 10 mins
  • Total Time: 35 mins
  • Servings: 10
  • Yield: 10 fritters

  • Combine zucchini and salt in a bowl and stir to combine. Set aside for 10 minutes. Pour mixture onto a clean dish towel or cheesecloth and squeeze to drain completely.
  • Whisk egg in a bowl and add flour, Parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper. Stir in drained zucchini and mix well.
  • Heat oil in a medium-sized pan over medium-high heat. Add batter by the tablespoon. Cook fritters until golden brown on both sides, about 5 minutes per batch. Transfer to a serving plate and sprinkle with Parmesan cheese and salt. Serve immediately with sour cream.
  • Nutrition

    138 cal.

    • Total Fat: 11g
    • Saturated Fat: 3g
    • Cholesterol: 23mg
    • Sodium: 248mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 7g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 2g
    • Protein: 3g
    • Vitamin C: 17mg
    • Calcium: 53mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 278mg