Zucchini Potato Fritters Recipe
Delicious and crispy zucchini potato fritters made with grated fresh vegetables, seasoned with garlic and spices, then pan-fried to golden perfection. These fritters are a perfect appetizer or side dish, offering a flavorful and satisfying vegetarian option.
- Author: Amy
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings (about 12 fritters) 1x
- Category: Appetizer, Side Dish
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American, Vegetarian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Vegetables
- 2 medium zucchinis, grated
- 2 medium potatoes, grated
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
Batter & Seasonings
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
For frying
- Oil for frying (vegetable or canola oil recommended)
- Prepare the vegetables: Grate the zucchinis and potatoes using a box grater or food processor. Place the grated vegetables in a clean kitchen towel and squeeze out as much excess moisture as possible to help the fritters hold together and get crispy.
- Make the batter: In a large mixing bowl, combine the squeezed grated zucchini and potatoes with the finely chopped onion, all-purpose flour, eggs, salt, black pepper, and garlic powder. Mix thoroughly until the ingredients are evenly incorporated.
- Heat the oil: Pour enough oil into a frying pan to cover the bottom generously. Heat over medium heat until shimmering but not smoking, approximately 2-3 minutes.
- Fry the fritters: Drop spoonfuls of the batter into the hot oil, flattening each slightly with the back of the spoon to form small patties. Avoid overcrowding the pan to allow even cooking.
- Cook until golden: Fry each side for about 3-4 minutes until golden brown and crisp. Flip carefully to avoid breaking the fritters.
- Drain excess oil: Remove the fritters from the pan using a slotted spatula and place them on paper towels to drain any excess oil.
- Serve warm: Serve the zucchini potato fritters warm with your favorite dipping sauce such as sour cream, yogurt-based dip, or a spicy ketchup.
Notes
- Make sure to squeeze out all excess water from the grated vegetables to prevent soggy fritters.
- Adjust seasoning to taste; you can add herbs like parsley or dill for extra flavor.
- For a gluten-free version, substitute all-purpose flour with chickpea flour or a gluten-free blend.
- Use a neutral oil with a high smoke point for frying, such as vegetable or canola oil.
- Leftover fritters can be reheated in a skillet for crispiness or enjoyed cold.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 fritters (approx. 120g)
- Calories: 180 kcal
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
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