Description
Zucchini Fritters are savory patties made from fresh zucchini, two cheeses, and Panko bread crumbs, quickly pan-fried until crispy and golden brown. These fritters offer a perfect texture with a soft, cheesy inside and a crunchy exterior. This dish is ideal as an appetizer, snack, or light meal and is ready in under 30 minutes, making it a fantastic way to enjoy seasonal zucchini.
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons canola oil
- 2 cups zucchini, shredded and squeezed dry
- 1 cup Panko bread crumbs
- 2 eggs
- 1/3 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup finely shredded mozzarella cheese
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- Salt, to taste
- Fresh cracked black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Grate the zucchini and squeeze out as much liquid as possible using a mesh bag or clean kitchen towel.
- In a large bowl, combine the squeezed zucchini, Panko bread crumbs, eggs, Parmesan cheese, mozzarella cheese, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper. Mix until well combined.
- Heat the canola oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Scoop the zucchini mixture and shape it into small fritters about 2 to 3 inches wide.
- Place the fritters in the hot skillet and cook for 4 to 6 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and crispy.
- Remove the fritters from the skillet and serve immediately while hot and crisp.
Notes
For gluten-free fritters, substitute regular Panko with gluten-free breadcrumbs. Substitute canola oil with olive or avocado oil. For a dairy-free version, use plant-based cheeses. Fritters can be made ahead and reheated in an oven to retain crispiness; cool completely before storing in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. If fritters are too wet, add more breadcrumbs. To prevent sogginess, always squeeze zucchini very well.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Pan-Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 fritters
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 65mg
Keywords: Zucchini Fritters